{"id":6382,"date":"2025-09-11T11:00:27","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T15:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/?page_id=6382"},"modified":"2025-09-11T11:04:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T15:04:43","slug":"get-involved","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/get-involved\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Involved"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to take a action?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Herpes Cure Advocacy<\/strong>, we believe that change happens when passionate people come together. Every voice, every action, every donation helps us move closer to a world with better treatments \u2014 and ultimately a cure. Whether you have one hour a month, a professional skill to share, or the means to support our mission financially, we need you. Together, we can make history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s go. Learn how to advocate, donate to support our work, or get involved on a committee or board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Become an Advocate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use your voice to spark change.  Advocates help us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Raise awareness about the medical seriousness of herpes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push for more funding and research at the federal and global levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Break the stigma by sharing accurate information and real stories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need to be a scientist or a policy expert\u2014 just someone who cares enough to speak up. We\u2019ll give you the tools, talking points, and community to make your voice powerful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">READY TO TAKE ACTION&#8212;&gt; Our <a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/2021\/10\/16\/new-hsv-advocates-a-starters-guide-to-activism\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"394\">New Advocates Starter&#8217;s Guide<\/a> is the best place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Advocates can also view archived advocacy alerts and share story. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volunteer Your Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From event planning and community outreach to social media and research support, volunteers keep our engine running. Whether you\u2019re detail-oriented, people-focused, or just willing to roll up your sleeves and help, there\u2019s a place for you here. Even small contributions of time create ripples of impact. Our committees include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:0.5\">Marketing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:0.5\">Education<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:0.5\">Policy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:0.5\">Development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to join the discussion? <a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/contact\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2\">Email us now.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Donate to support our mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to make an impact? Change takes resources, and your generosity fuels our mission. Donations help us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fund awareness campaigns that fight stigma.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support advocacy work in front of policymakers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invest in research initiatives and partnerships that drive us closer to a cure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every gift \u2014 big or small \u2014 moves the needle forward. Together, we can ensure no patient is left behind when solutions exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" data-attachment-id=\"6098\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/?attachment_id=6098\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"6\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?fit=750%2C750&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=750%2C750&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6098 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=400%2C400&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?resize=200%2C200&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/ways-to-give\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/donate\">Give Today and Join the Fight \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Every donation \u2013 whether $10 or $10,000 \u2013 moves us closer to a world where herpes is effectively treated and free from stigma.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Questions about giving?<\/strong>&nbsp;Contact us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:info@herpescureadvocacy.com\">info@herpescureadvocacy.com<\/a>&nbsp;or 267-797-7139.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn More about Donating to Herpes Cure Advocacy<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/why-give-to-herpes-cure-advocacy\/\">Why Give<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/ways-to-give\/\">Ways to Give<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/how-gifts-are-used\/\">Our Work in Action<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/corporate-sponsorship-program\/\">Corporate Sponsorship<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Our Board<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are seeking visionary leaders to guide this movement. As a board member, you\u2019ll:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shape strategy and growth for a rapidly expanding patient advocacy organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leverage your expertise and networks to open new doors for funding, partnerships, and awareness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be part of a committed team that\u2019s not just talking about change, but building it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re passionate, bold, and ready to use your leadership to create global impact, we\u2019d love to start a conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to Get Started?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is your invitation. <strong>Your voice, your time, your donation, your leadership \u2014 it all matters.<\/strong> Together, we can break stigma, influence policy, and accelerate the path to a cure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/contact\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2\">Contact Us<\/a> to learn more and take the first step today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"border-width:1px;grid-template-columns:42% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" data-attachment-id=\"7143\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/?attachment_id=7143\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?fit=1080%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Document2\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?fit=750%2C750&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=750%2C750&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7143 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=400%2C400&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?resize=200%2C200&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Document2.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/ways-to-give\/herpescureadvocacy.com\/donate\">Give Today and Join the Fight \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Every donation \u2013 whether $10 or $10,000 \u2013 moves us closer to a world where herpes is effectively treated and free from stigma.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Questions about giving?<\/strong>\u00a0Contact us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:info@herpescureadvocacy.com\">info@herpescureadvocacy.com<\/a>\u00a0or 302-307-3560.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ready to take a action? 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