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SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
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DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
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SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
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DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
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SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003382-1789412400-1789416000@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003383-1791831600-1791835200@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-10-12/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003384-1794250800-1794254400@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-11-09/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003385-1797274800-1797278400@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2026-12-14/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003386-1799694000-1799697600@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-01-11/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003387-1802113200-1802116800@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-02-08/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003388-1804532400-1804536000@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-03-08/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003389-1807556400-1807560000@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-04-12/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270510T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003390-1809975600-1809979200@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-05-10/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003391-1812999600-1813003200@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-06-14/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270712T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003392-1815418800-1815422400@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-07-12/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270809T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003393-1817838000-1817841600@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-08-09/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270913T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003394-1820862000-1820865600@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-09-13/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003395-1823281200-1823284800@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-10-11/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003396-1825700400-1825704000@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-11-08/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003397-1828724400-1828728000@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2027-12-13/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003398-1831143600-1831147200@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-01-10/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003399-1834167600-1834171200@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-02-14/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003400-1836586800-1836590400@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-03-13/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003401-1839006000-1839009600@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-04-10/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003402-1841425200-1841428800@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-05-08/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003403-1844449200-1844452800@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-06-12/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280710T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003404-1846868400-1846872000@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-07-10/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003405-1849892400-1849896000@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-08-14/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20280911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20280911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T112203
CREATED:20250909T224353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T030755Z
UID:10003406-1852311600-1852315200@understandingmyositis.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”outline” message_box_color=”orange” icon_fontello=”” css=””] \nThe Second Tuesday of Every Month\n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT\n[/vc_message] REGISTER TO ATTEND[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Support Group Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policies                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nSupport Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the video support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments or jokes\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text]\n\n			\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message style=”square” icon_fontello=”” css=””]Running late? That’s okay. Join us anyway! Video support sessions vary in length and number of attendees but are generally 90 minutes long\, so join us anytime within the first hour.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour-2/2028-09-11/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://understandingmyositis.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSU-YA-Adult-FB-1200-x-630-px-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
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