You don't have to figure this out alone
Feeling lost & unsupported?
Endo Endurance Project hosts a free virtual support group for people living with endometriosis and related chronic illness. Every month, we meet online — to listen, to share and to remind each other that we're not entirely alone.
Join our Free Virtual Support Group
What is Endo Endurance Project?
Endo Endurance Project is a free, independent resource for people navigating endometriosis. It was built by one person — me — because I couldn't find the support I needed when I was first diagnosed.
It's a place to learn, to find practical resources and most importantly, to find other people who understand what this is actually like to live with.
The support group is the heart of it.
A note from me.
Hi, I'm Ella. I'm 27 and live with stage IV endometriosis. I've recently left my home in New Zealand to seek medical care in Australia.
I built Endo Endurance Project because I was exhausted by the gaps — in information, in support and in being believed. I'm not a doctor or a counsellor. I'm someone who has learned about endometriosis by living through it. I wanted to create something for others that I desperately needed at the start of my own journey.
I run the support group personally, every month, on Google Meet. It's free. There's no agenda, no performance required. You can show up, listen and leave — and that's completely fine.
What is a Virtual Support Group?
A support group isn't therapy. It's not a lecture or a webinar. It's a conversation between people who are going through something similar — online, from wherever you are.
Each month, we meet on Google Meet for around 60-90 minutes. Sessions are facilitated by me, but they're led by whoever shows up. We might talk about symptoms and treatment, laugh at the silly things we have been told to do to "fix" us. Or we could talk about the harder things — the appointments that went badly, the relationships that have been strained, the grief that comes with a chronic illness.
You don't have to speak. You can have your camera off. You can come once and never come back, or come every month. There is no pressure and no wrong way to be there.
This group is...
- Free, always
- Open and inclusive of all genders and identities
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Inclusive of all stages of the endo journey (newly diagnosed, undiagnosed but suspected, long-term)
- Open to support people of those living with endo (partners, friends, carers, people who care!)
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Peer-led, not clinically facilitated
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Available globally, online
This group is not....
- A substitute for medical care
- Clinically supervised or therapeutically facilitated
- A crisis service
Ready to Join?
Add your details here to receive session dates and your Google Meet link. That's it.
I take your privacy seriously. Your email will only be used to supply you with support group details and occasional updates from Endo Endurance Project. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Questions you might have
Is this group really free?
Yes, completely. There is no cost to attend now or in the future. Endo Endurance Project is an independent project built on the belief that support shouldn't have a price tag.
Do I have to have a confirmed diagnosis to join?
No. If you are living with symptoms that you suspect may be endometriosis, you are welcome here. Many people in the endo community waited years for a diagnosis. A piece of paper does not define your experience.
If you are a support person, a friend or just someone who wants to learn respectfully about those who live with this condition, then you are welcome to join in too.
Do I have to speak or turn my camera on?
Absolutely not. You can attend with your camera off and never say a word. Some people find that simply being in a room with people who understand is enough. Participation looks different for everyone.
Is this group run by a doctor or therapist?
No. I am not a medical professional or a licensed therapist. This is a peer-led support group, run by someone who lives with endometriosis. Sessions are not a substitute for medical care or professional mental health support. If you are in crisis, please reach out to a qualified service — links are listed at the bottom of this page.
What platform is the group held on?
Sessions are held via Google Meet. You'll need a free google account or you can join from your desktop browser without creating an account. The link is sent by email before each session.
Is the group inclusive of all genders?
Yes. Endometriosis affects people across the gender spectrum. This group is explicitly inclusive of all genders and identities. Everyone who is living with endo (or a related chronic illness), or supporting someone who is living with chronic illness, is welcome to join.
How often does the group meet?
Once a month. The date and time vary slightly to accommodate different time zones where possible. We aim to be avalible for Australia, New Zealand and the rest of the South Pacific. You'll receive the details by email before each session.
What if my timezone doesn't match with this group?
This group was largely inspired by Endo Beginnings. They are also a one-person team running a support group based in the US. This timezone might work better for you! Please find them at endobeginnings.com
What if I'm going through something really difficult right now?
I'm glad you're here. The support group is a caring and gentle space, but it isn't a crisis service. If you're struggling with your mental health right now and need immediate support, please reach out to one of the services listed at the bottom of this page. They are free, confidential and available right now.
Disclaimer
Please read before joining.
Endo Endurance Project is a peer-support community and educational resource. It is not a medical service, a clinical program, or a mental health service.
Nothing shared in this space — including in the support group sessions, on this website, or in emails from Endo Endurance Project — constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Information shared here reflects personal experience and publicly available information, not clinical guidance.
The support group is facilitated by a person with lived experience of endometriosis, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Participation in the group does not create a therapeutic or clinical relationship of any kind.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 000 (Australia) or 111 (New Zealand) or your local emergency services.
If you need mental health support right now, please reach out to one of the services listed here.
By joining the mailing list and attending sessions, you acknowledge that this group is peer-led and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care.
If you have any further questions please contact me via email at endoenduranceproject@gmail.com
If you need support right now
This group is a warm, peer-led space — but it isn't a crisis service. If you're struggling, please reach out to one of these free services.
Australia
- Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7 phone and online chat) lifeline.org.au
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 (24/7 phone and online chat) beyondblue.org.au
- 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support): 13 92 76 (24/7) 13yarn.org.au
- QENDO (endo-specific peer support and telehealth): qendo.org.au
- Endometriosis Australia: endometriosisaustralia.org
- In a medical emergency dial 000
New Zealand
- Lifeline Aotearoa, call 0800 543 354 (24/7) lifeline.org.nz
- Need to Talk? Free call or text 1737 (24/7, trained counsellors)
- Suicide Crisis Helpline, call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (24/7)
- Endometriosis New Zealand: 0800 733 277 nzendo.co.nz
- In a medical emergency dial 111
Endo Endurance Project is an independent, peer-led resource. It is not affiliated with any medical institution or professional body. Content on this site is for informational and peer-support purposes only.
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