{"id":35,"date":"2026-02-11T03:49:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T03:49:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cqprideaugusta.us\/blog\/?page_id=35"},"modified":"2026-02-11T03:50:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T03:50:25","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cqprideaugusta.us\/blog\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Building a welcoming Amateur Radio community in Augusta, Georgia and the CSRA.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CQ Pride Augusta is an LGBTQIA+ friendly Amateur Radio club for licensed operators, allies, and newcomers. We focus on practical on-air activity, learning-by-doing, and a respectful environment where people can enjoy the hobby and grow their skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:president@cqprideaugusta.us\">Contact the President<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/cqprideaugusta.us\">Back to Home<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To grow an active, inclusive Amateur Radio community where LGBTQIA+ operators and allies can connect, learn, and serve\u2014while helping newcomers take their first steps into the hobby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What we believe makes a good club<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Welcoming by design:<\/strong> A respectful tone on the air and in person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practical learning:<\/strong> Help with radios, antennas, repeaters, and operating basics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>On-air activity:<\/strong> Nets and events that make it easy to participate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community-minded:<\/strong> Encouraging preparedness, public service, and good operating practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you can do with us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you\u2019re already licensed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check into club nets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join portable outings (parks, Field Day-style operating)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore modes (voice, digital, HF\/VHF\/UHF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help mentor new operators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you\u2019re brand new<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn what ham radio is (without the jargon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get guidance on licensing (Technician and beyond)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand repeaters, callsigns, and basic etiquette<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get realistic starter gear advice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"get-involved\">How to get involved<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send a quick hello email to <a href=\"mailto:president@cqprideaugusta.us\">president@cqprideaugusta.us<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tell us your status: licensed (and your callsign), studying, or curious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We\u2019ll point you to the next best step (net info, study resources, or meetups).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Tip: If you\u2019re new, use the subject line <strong>NEW HAM<\/strong> so we can respond with the right starter info quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:president@cqprideaugusta.us?subject=NEW%20HAM%20-%20Hello%20from%20cqprideaugusta.us\">Email Greer (K5CVD)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">CQ Pride Augusta is based in <strong>Augusta, Georgia and the CSRA<\/strong>. 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