About NZHF

In 1994 The Auckland Herpes Support Group, with the help of health and medical professionals, established the New Zealand Herpes Foundation (NZHF) in response to the need to provide accurate up to date information, support, and understanding to people diagnosed with genital herpes.

NZHF is now a registered charity led by a Board of Trustees including medical professionals and a community representative. The Foundation sits under the umbrella of the Sexually Transmitted Infections Education Foundation (STIEF) which provides governance and project management support.

In 2007, NZHF was left with a bequest dedicated to destigmatising herpes. It's through this, and donations, that we can create impactful campaigns and projects to improve the lives of those affected by herpes simplex virus.

Objectives of the New Zealand Herpes Foundation:

• To provide up-to-date information and non-judgmental support to people with genital herpes.
• To provide health and medical professionals with user-friendly educational material that will assist with the diagnosis, treatment and management of genital herpes.
• To educate the public about the prevalence, transmission and management of genital herpes, thereby reducing the stigma and fear associated with this common infection. 

The NZ Herpes Foundation makes an impact by:

• Operating a national herpes helpline that offers easy access to information and support. 
• Working alongside doctors and other health professionals to encourage the best possible care for people with herpes.
• Providing accurate information that makes it easier for people with herpes to talk about their condition with partners and friends.
• Providing ongoing consensus guidelines for the medical management of genital herpes, as well as informative patient pamphlets.
• Conducting public education campaigns to increase general awareness about herpes, to reduce stigma and provide information on management.
• Developing and maintaining a website that hosts information for our target audiences - medical professionals, people with herpes and the general public.