The aim of Go Orange Day for Muscular Dystrophy Day across Tasmania is to raise awareness and understanding of MD and neuromuscular conditions to optimise people’s health and wellbeing. It’s also a great way to raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy Tasmania as it assists Tasmanians affected by neuromuscular conditions.

Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular, genetic disorder which results in the progressive deterioration of muscle strength and function. The most common form in childhood is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, which can see a young boy using a manual wheelchair by the age of 8, and being dependent on an electric one by his early teens. Life expectancy for this condition is usually only until early adulthood.

There are many other types of neuromuscular conditions, affecting people of all ages. While some forms of muscular dystrophy occur in babies or children, some others appear in late adolescence or adulthood. It is estimated that there are more than 40,000 people in Australia who have some form of neuromuscular disease, and 1,000 people in Tasmania live with a neuromuscular condition.

MDT continues to fundraise for the neuromuscular community, and your fundraising helps people like 14-year-old Declyn who lives with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. A new wheelchair-accessible vehicle donated by fundraisers like you is going to make a huge difference in his life from 2024. Now the whole family can drive out together to go to activities he’s interested in, such as picnics and visiting family and friends.

Join us in making a meaningful impact during Go Orange Week by organising an office function dedicated to supporting Tasmanian families affected by neuromuscular disorders. Whether it's a morning tea, a team-building exercise, a lunch event, or a simple gathering - your work place can make a difference.

Why participate? Because every dollar raised will directly contribute to funding a hydrotherapy pool in Launceston. Hydrotherapy offers invaluable therapeutic benefits for individuals with neuromuscular disorders, providing them with much-needed relief and support.

So, why not infuse some fun into your workday while making a tangible difference? Gather your colleagues, brainstorm creative ideas, and let's come together to raise essential funds. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, will help MDT (Muscular Dystrophy Tasmania) positively impact the lives of those with neuromuscular disorders in Tasmania.

How about getting your friends together during Go Orange Week at school? Raise some money to help families in Tasmania who have someone with a neuromuscular disorder like muscular dystrophy. These families really need our support!

You can do lots of fun things like having a yummy morning tea, playing games together, or even having a cool lunch event. And guess what? Every single dollar you raise will help MDT buy a hydrotherapy pool in Launceston. This pool helps people with neuromuscular disorders get the vital exercise they need.

So, make your school day extra fun while helping others. You can get together with friends, teachers, and everyone at school to come up with awesome ideas to raise money. Even if you can only give a little bit, it will still make a big difference.