Who We Are
Mission: To empower individuals with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) & inflammatory diseases to reclaim their lives through holistic resources & personalized care that address physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual challenges.
The Association of Hidradenitis Suppurativa & Inflammatory Diseases (AHSID) is a tax-exempt national patient advocacy organization & non-profit that raises awareness about & advocates for Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) & inflammatory disease populations.
Our community members are more than just patients or numbers in a system. Our network is comprised of people who live full lives and require care and a community that reflects their realities. That is why AHSID is at the forefront of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) research, health equity, diversity, inclusion, awareness, education, art, film, & wellness.
What We Do
Founded in 2020 by Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) warrior & advocate Jasmine IVANNA Espy, The Association of Hidradenitis Suppurativa & Inflammatory Diseases (AHSID)’s goal is to continue developing ways to increase education, advocacy, and awareness to close gaps, ensure adequate care, and empower people in the communities we serve to feel supported emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and physically.
