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Episode 305 - Navigating the Future of Diabetes Advocacy with Shaina Kasper
In this episode of Diabetics Doing Things, Shaina Kasper, the newly
appointed executive director of T1 International, joins the podcast to
discuss the organization's ongoing and future initiatives. Shaina
elaborates on key topics such as the transition of leadership, the global
fight for affordable insulin, the role of policy in diabetes advocacy, and
why T1 International refuses pharmaceutical funding. The conversation also
touches on the impact of climate disasters, conflict zones, and political
actions on insulin access. Additionally, Shaina emphasizes the importance
of community and patient-led research and how listeners can contribute to
the cause through surveys, petitions, and grassroots support. The episode
calls for voters to be informed about the implications of policy changes
and to participate actively in advocacy efforts for systemic change.
00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One
00:16 Welcoming Shaina Kasper
01:48 Global Challenges and Human Rights
03:57 T1 International's Policy Focus
07:20 Personal Stories and Advocacy
09:36 Survey and Research Initiatives
10:58 Policy Priorities and Legislative Actions
14:22 Challenges in the Pharmaceutical Industry
30:07 The Importance of Independent Advocacy
35:41 Call to Action and Conclusion
Resources:
Public Citizen Report: Mapping the Phrma Grant Universe
T1 International - How to Get Involved
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In this episode of Diabetics Doing Things, Shaina Kasper, the newly
appointed executive director of T1 International, joins the podcast to
discuss the organization's ongoing and future initiatives. Shaina
elaborates on key topics such as the transition of leadership, the global
fight for affordable insulin, the role of policy in diabetes advocacy, and
why T1 International refuses pharmaceutical funding. The conversation also
touches on the impact of climate disasters, conflict zones, and political
actions on insulin access. Additionally, Shaina emphasizes the importance
of community and patient-led research and how listeners can contribute to
the cause through surveys, petitions, and grassroots support. The episode
calls for voters to be informed about the implications of policy changes
and to participate actively in advocacy efforts for systemic change.
00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One
00:16 Welcoming Shaina Kasper
01:48 Global Challenges and Human Rights
03:57 T1 International's Policy Focus
07:20 Personal Stories and Advocacy
09:36 Survey and Research Initiatives
10:58 Policy Priorities and Legislative Actions
14:22 Challenges in the Pharmaceutical Industry
30:07 The Importance of Independent Advocacy
35:41 Call to Action and Conclusion
Resources:
Public Citizen Report: Mapping the Phrma Grant Universe
T1 International - How to Get Involved
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