Introduction
Happy New Year to all of our beautiful LS warriors! We wish you a year filled with answers, healing, and empowerment.
January 17 is almost here, and you know what that means: Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus Awareness Day. This global day highlights the condition and works to break the stigma around it. To mark the occasion, we’re starting 2026 with something deeply needed: open, evidence-based, and empowering education about vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS).
We’re hosting a free live screening of a Masterclass on Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus, led by Dr. Jill Krapf, one of the field’s leading experts, followed by a live Q&A. Register here. This event is free because everyone deserves access to high-quality medical education. VLS already creates enough barriers, and cost should not be one of them.
Why a Masterclass with Dr. Jill Krapf?
Dr. Krapf is internationally recognized for her clinical expertise, research, and ability to explain complex pelvic and dermatologic conditions in ways that are medically accurate and deeply compassionate. She has helped thousands of patients navigate diagnosis, treatment, sexual function, and long-term management, often after years of being dismissed or misdiagnosed. Having her lead this masterclass is an extraordinary opportunity for patients, caregivers, and providers alike.
Unlike many medical webinars, this masterclass is not a one-way lecture. After the teaching portion, Dr. Krapf will host a live Q&A, giving participants a rare chance to ask questions, advocate for themselves, and gain clarity on their VLS journey.
What to Expect from the Event
The masterclass will explain what VLS is, how clinicians diagnose it, and the evidence behind treatment and management. Dr. Krapf will discuss strategies to minimize scarring and flares, sexual pain considerations, and long-term health risks, including cancer. She will present the information in a warm, human way, because knowledge lands differently when you feel seen.
During the Q&A, attendees can ask about topics that rarely get addressed in brief appointments, such as steroid regimens, sexual function, and how to talk to clinicians. Our goal is not just to improve understanding; it is to empower participants. If someone leaves feeling confident requesting a biopsy, challenging misinformation, or understanding why sex hurts, the masterclass has done its job.
Why Awareness Matters for VLS
Awareness is about real-world outcomes, not slogans. For vulvar lichen sclerosus, awareness leads to earlier diagnosis, less untreated inflammation, reduced scarring, fewer sexual complications, lower cancer risk, and better mental health. Right now, many people suffer silently because VLS remains hidden, overlooked in medical training, and minimized in practice.
Raising awareness helps patients recognize symptoms and advocate without shame. It trains clinicians to diagnose and manage effectively. It encourages researchers to study vulvar conditions that have long been ignored. And it helps families, partners, and communities understand, instead of stigmatizing VLS.
We create awareness not only in medical spaces but also in everyday conversations. When patients speak openly about their experiences, when clinicians update their knowledge, and when public health discussions include vulvar health, we shorten diagnostic delays, reduce harm, and improve lives.
Raise Awareness on January 17: Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus Awareness Day
January 17 is Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus Awareness Day. It’s a chance to shine a spotlight on this often-misunderstood condition. You can participate in small but meaningful ways. Share accurate information on social media, tell your story (anonymously or openly), wear a symbol or color that represents LS, or start a conversation with your healthcare provider or friends about vulvar health. Even reposting resources or commenting on awareness posts amplifies the message. Together, these actions make LS more visible and empower more people to access care.
Submit Questions in Advance (For Donors)
The masterclass is free, but those who donate through the registration page can submit questions in advance for the Q&A. This is useful if you cannot attend live, prefer privacy, or want to ensure your questions are answered. Donations directly support patient education, provider training, and advocacy efforts that reduce misdiagnosis and improve care.
Join Us and Help Change the Story
If you’ve ever wished someone explained VLS sooner, felt alone after your diagnosis, or are tired of stigma and silence, this masterclass is for you. We want to start 2026 with clarity, connection, and momentum—for our community today and for everyone diagnosed in the future.
Thank you for helping us create VLS care that is informed, compassionate, and centered on real people.
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