#123: Living with MS & Making a Difference. Claudia’s Journey of Fundraising, Resilience, and Hope

👤 About this episode

In this episode, Claudia Dieckmann shares her personal journey of living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and how she transformed her diagnosis into a driving force for community action and purpose-driven fundraising. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, Claudia is not only an MS advocate but also a creative event organizer behind campaigns like Swim4MS and Quiz4MS, supporting the work of Multiple Sclerosis South Africa (NPO 003-275).

Claudia speaks openly about her diagnosis, treatment changes, symptom management, and the emotional side of adjusting to a “new normal.” She also reflects on the importance of community, mindset, and creating fun, inclusive spaces that raise awareness and funds for MS.

🧭 What you’ll learn:

• How Claudia experienced her MS diagnosis and what helped her move forward

• Why self-empowerment and community are key pillars in her life

• Her personal routines and what “motion is lotion” means to her

• Insights into organizing MS fundraising events in South Africa

• Her hopes for the future of MS treatment and awareness

🔗 Resources & Links:

• 🎧 Listen to the episode: https://ms-perspektive.com/123-claudia-dieckmann

• 🏊‍♀️ Multiple Sclerosis South Africa: https://multiplesclerosis.co.za

• 📱 Follow MSSA on social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X)

💬 Claudia’s message to others living with MS:

“Mindset is everything. You are not alone—and you don’t have to do it all on your own.”

Best place to keep up to date is via the MSSA website and social media platforms.

• Instagram
• Facebook
• LinkedIn
• Twitter (X)

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Thank you Claudia for all your fundraising efforts.

See you soon and try to make the best out of your life,
Nele

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