What can I do to help make a difference?
Just ask how you can make a difference. Every cause needs a voice, and ulcerative colitis (UC) is no different. It's a chronic condition that, in some cases, can impair a person's quality of life. However, with new advances in medical treatment and the involvement of people like you, we can all do more to help and support people who have ulcerative colitis.
How do I get started? By using your interests and talents, you can make a difference. For example, if you like media and public relations, there are ways you can lend your hand to various organizations and help shape health care policies or legislative policies for people with UC. If you have good people skills, you can impact someone's life by simply sharing what you've learned about UC through a support group or an online community.
What opportunities are there? There are opportunities for advocacy and many organizations that can use your help and experience. Many ways to put your energy and interests to work exist that give you the opportunity to make a difference.
Want to give others the benefit of your experience? Take a quick survey and make your voice heard. Your answers will give us the insight we need to make this Web site and other materials even more informative in the future. Share your opinion here.
Want to advocate for UC? Find out about all the opportunities out there to make a difference, from joining advocacy groups to helping change laws to support people with UC, and more. To learn how, click here.
Looking to connect with others just like you? Joining others with UC is a great way to get support. To find local UC groups and check out what various online UC communities have to offer, click here.
