About Hero Mayor

A diagnosis is part of your story. Never the whole story.

Hero Mayor™ is an independent dating and social brand for adults living with herpes, HPV, HIV, and other sexually transmitted infections. We believe everyone deserves the chance to pursue love, friendship, and belonging without being reduced to a diagnosis.

Why we exist

Dating with an STI can bring difficult questions about disclosure, privacy, rejection, and trust. Hero Mayor exists to make the first step feel more human: a place where shared understanding can replace explanation and where people can meet without shame.

What “Hero Mayor” means

“Hero” speaks to the courage it can take to date honestly and choose hope after a diagnosis. “Mayor” represents someone who helps a community feel welcoming, connected, and safe. Together, Hero Mayor is a distinctive name for people who lead with empathy in this dating community.

What we stand for

Important boundaries

Hero Mayor is intended for adults aged 18 and older. It is not a medical provider, does not diagnose or treat health conditions, and does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Members remain responsible for their own health decisions, disclosure choices, and dating safety.