• SHSA 2026 Social Media Ambassador Application

  • The Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation (HSF) and Canadian Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation (CHSF) are pleased to invite applications for the inaugural SHSA Social Media Ambassador Program, launching at the 11th Annual Symposium on Hidradenitis Suppurativa Advances (SHSA), taking place November 6–8, 2026 at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona.

    This new opportunity invites select attendees to serve as official ambassadors, helping share the energy, insights, and impact of SHSA with the broader HS community in real time.

    What You’ll Receive

    • Complimentary registration to SHSA 2026
    • Two nights of lodging
    • Behind-the-scenes access to leading HS research and conversations
    • Opportunities to connect, amplify your voice, and engage a global audience

    Ambassador Role
    Ambassadors will create and share authentic, real-time content across Instagram, LinkedIn, and/or Facebook, highlighting key moments from the conference. Content can include photos, short videos, reflections, interviews, and interactive posts.

    You’ll receive a social media playbook with suggested hashtags, prompts, and examples, along with support from the HSF team while maintaining your own voice and creative style.

    Key Expectations

    • Share approximately 5 posts per day during the conference
    • Include at least one video or interactive post daily
    • Tag HSF, CHSF, and relevant speakers
    • Share 1–2 posts before and/or after the event

    Eligibility
    Applicants must:

    • Be part of the HS community (patients, caregivers, clinicians, researchers, advocates, etc.)
    • Demonstrate experience using Instagram, LinkedIn, and/or Facebook
    • Be available to attend SHSA in person

    Important Dates
    Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
    Notification Date: August 17, 2026

    We look forward to learning more about you and how you can help amplify the voices, science, and stories shaping the future of HS.

  • Basic Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Background & Eligibility

  • Which best describes your connection to the HS community?*
  • Are you able to attend SHSA in person in Tucson, AZ from November 6–8, 2026?*
  • Have you previously attended SHSA?*
  • How familiar are you with the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation (HSF) and Canadian HS Foundation (CHSF)?*

  • Social Media Experience

  • Which platforms do you actively use?*
  • Rows
  • How frequently do you post on social media?*
  • What types of content do you typically create?*

  • Content & Creativity

  • What types of content would you be most excited to create at SHSA?*

  • Commitment & Fit

  • This role requires approximately 5 posts per day during the conference. Are you able to meet this expectation?*
  • Are you comfortable creating at least one video or interactive post each day?*
  • Are you comfortable approaching speakers or attendees for short interviews/content?*
  • Should be Empty: