At the Diabetes Action Canada Workshop on May, the Network announced the awardees of the inaugural Research to Action Fellowship Award.

This unique fellowship runs from May to December 2024, and is designed for individuals with a personal connection to diabetes, offering an opportunity to turn their experiences into powerful advocacy and knowledge mobilization. The fellowship aims to give awardees the tools to make significant impact in the diabetes community.

The first cohort was chosen by the DAC selection committee from a pool of more than 60 applicants. Each one brings a unique set of strengths that will help them develop their initial projects.

The awardees are:

• Ryan Hooey
• Matt Larsen
• Natalie Mangialardi
• Al Martin
• Cindy Lufuluabo
• Jeremy Storring
• Rosan Wesley
• Senaya Karunarathne

Learn more about the Research to Action Fellowship!