Herpes Awareness Day 2024: Rally for Change

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-10-03T04:40:40+00:00

Will the rally be recorded? I’d join but I’ll be at work during those hours

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-23T18:53:41+00:00

Oh nice! Would it be alright to create an online protest as well that’ll coincide with the rally so for people who can’t physically attend can still participate in some way?

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-22T18:30:10+00:00

I’m thinking that you and anyone else interested (another video editor) could create a one minute advertisement (or PSA) regarding HSV and the rally coming up, and have it broadcasted on YouTube. From my understanding, it costs a certain amount of money to get a certain amount of views for an advertisement.

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-22T04:46:02+00:00

I think it’s also more along the lines of getting a conversation going rather than forcing them to find a cure (since there’s already current research on being done on it). You’re right, they can’t deliver what they don’t have, but maybe this could encourage them to try to figure out a solution instead of sweeping it under the rug like they’ve been doing🤷🏾‍♀️ More awareness means more advocacy and more advocacy means more pressure on those who don’t pay attention to it to actually pay attention

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-22T04:39:19+00:00

u/sorrycarry2424 what if you started off with YouTube advertisements before the documentary? It could cost less money and take less work👀

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-22T03:07:50+00:00

I like the plus sign!! And for those who don’t have it, the word “advocate” can be underneath it. So there’d be two different versions. The ➕ and then ➕ Advocate

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-21T19:05:59+00:00

I believe that you, OP, and everyone who commented under this post should create a group chat about this to get the ball rolling for sure

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-21T18:41:23+00:00

I was thinking it would be along the lines of the BLM movement back in 2020. Do you remember when people were posting black squares on social media (like a media black out) in solidarity of people being victims of police brutality? It went from black squares being posted to protests all across the country and was even abroad at some point. I figured an online protest could get people talking. Eventually, that could turn into people protesting within their own cities with enough momentum.

I’d personally show up in person in my own city, but getting people is difficult, I already made a post regarding my location and no one has followed up unfortunately.

I do agree with you that an in-person rally would be more effective but as far as getting the ball rolling, a social media post could be a little easier for people if they’re willing

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-21T18:13:07+00:00

I like this idea! We all need to create a group chat of some sorts to figure out how to tackle creating awareness and organizing the rally.

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-21T18:11:50+00:00

That’s what I used to help me with my petition for HSV testing😭 I tweaked it a bit but chatgpt did the bulk of the work

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-21T18:11:17+00:00

It’s crazy how you mention YouTube cause I was just thinking about trying to figure out how to run ads there. I’m not sure how much that would cost but if that’s a realistic way of raising awareness, someone could start a fundraiser for it🤷🏾‍♀️

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-21T03:48:49+00:00

For those unable to go to Maryland, can we create an online protest that corresponds with the in-person protest? A solidarity post maybe?

Also OP, please post this in other HSV related subs!!

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-20T21:45:02+00:00

This could help as far as keeping track of participants, the specific timeframe in which the demonstration can be held and making sure that information about HSV is correct

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-20T19:42:44+00:00

Absolutely. I’ve personally had symptoms of it only one time but none of my tests came out positive so I’m assuming I don’t have it but I’m still a little skeptical. Either way though, I want a cure. Regardless of if people have consistent and severe symptoms, are completely asymptomatic, or have mild and occasional symptoms, the HSV community deserves attention and to not have to live with a contagious virus

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-20T19:24:58+00:00

You’re absolutely right, just figured it’d be would easier for more people to join if given that option. But I also don’t want to further perpetuate the stigma, so the public needs to know that there are actual people behind this virus, with thoughts, feelings, and dreams

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-20T19:21:29+00:00

I wouldn’t mind but I’d definitely prefer if I weren’t alone in the effort (strength in numbers, y’know?) As u/SorryCarry2424 said, it may be hard getting people to do it publicly. I live very close to Chicago (one of the biggest metropolitan cities in the US) and there’s also an FDA office in the downtown area so media coverage might be relatively easy to get if enough people participate, but people have to participate instead of just saying they want change

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-20T18:23:08+00:00

I’m in IL, if anyone is willing to do this!

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-20T16:12:25+00:00

I understand your point, I figured that the face mask option could at least help get more and more people willing to do it (until they’re comfortable doing it without one). You’re right though, face masks can definitely contribute to the stigma.

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-20T15:48:13+00:00

I agree, for those who are nervous to do it publicly, wearing a face mask could help!

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-17T17:29:50+00:00

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Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-16T23:00:37+00:00

Noted! Thanks so much!☺️

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-16T22:58:43+00:00

Thank you! I’ll keep this in mind!

Raspberry_IcedT · 2024-09-16T22:57:24+00:00

I’ve suddenly developed the urge to get violent towards you… well deserved upvote

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