Through UNW1ND, my team and I will create a safe space to discuss mental health and type 1 diabetes by creating educational resources, modules and workshops. The four domains of living with type 1 diabetes — emotional burden, interpersonal and social distress, regimen–related distress, and health–related diabetes distress — will guide us to make a positive impact on people’s lives. We aim to work individually and in collaboration with other mental health initiatives in India and internationally to bring awareness on the ground level and help resolve some of the mental health issues people with type 1 diabetes face.
Since 2010, I’ve lived with type 1 diabetes and have become passionate about diabetes and mental health. I use my story of resilience and strength to educate and support those living with type 1 diabetes and their caregivers. As the Community Director and Punjab Chapter Lead at The Diabetes Foundation in India, I aim to inspire and empower others while raising awareness about type 1 diabetes.
