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Episode 304 - Liz Pfiester Reflects on a Decade of Advocacy with T1 International


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Transition in Leadership: Liz Pfeister Reflects on a Decade of Advocacy
with T1 International In this episode of Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob
Howe interviews Liz Pfeister, the founder and outgoing Executive Director
of T1 International. They discuss Liz's journey from founding the
organization to advocating for insulin access and addressing overwhelming
challenges in conflict zones. Liz shares insights on the emotional and
logistical difficulties of stepping down and the vital importance of
community in advocacy work. They also explore the future of T1
International under the new leadership of Shaina Kasper and emphasize the
enduring fight for global insulin access.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:46 Meet Liz Pfeister: Founder of T1 International
02:59 The Journey of T1 International
07:01 The Highs and Lows of Advocacy
16:08 Future of T1 International
19:28 Global South and Conflict Zones
27:28 Reflections on Advocacy and Independence
32:54 Advice for Aspiring Advocates
38:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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