Board of Directors

Rav Samra Bio

Rav Samra was diagnosed with type one diabetes when she was two years old.

Rav grew up knowing no one with diabetes and this inspired her to meet others with type one and support them. In 2013, Rav received a scholarship from the Diabetes Hope Foundation. She received her BASc in Occupational Health and Safety and HR Management certificate from Toronto Metropolitan University.

Since 2013, Rav has mentored type ones through DHF’s mentorship program. She has spoken at many webinars and in-person events. She is part of the Scholarship Advisory Committee and continues to support the development and execution of DHF’s programs.

Rav is a passionate advocate within the diabetes community. She was interviewed by CBC reflecting on the cost of insulin in Canada and authored a paper with T1International published by Frontiers in Clinical Diabetes and Healthcare.

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Our Board

WHAT WE DO

The Board of Directors for the Diabetes Hope Foundation plays a crucial role in guiding our mission to empower and support youth living with type 1 diabetes. Comprising a diverse group of professionals with expertise in healthcare, finance, advocacy, and community engagement, the board is committed to overseeing the foundation’s strategic direction, financial health, and programmatic initiatives. Through their leadership and commitment, the Board of Directors plays a pivotal role in advancing the foundation’s mission to empower youth with T1D and their supporters by providing financial, social, emotional, and informational support to transition to a healthier tomorrow.

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