Young Diabetes Fighter

Twenty years ago, when I was six, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I love helping people, so I began volunteering for numerous fundraising events and government-run initiatives across Male’ and the Maldives at a very young age.

I worked with the Diabetes Society of Maldives on various diabetes screening and awareness campaigns around the island. I shared my experience and advocated for the rights of people living with diabetes in numerous government departments and on social media platforms. These campaigns led to two TV interviews and three national newsprint interviews. Over the past seven years, I have worked for Dhiraagu, a leading digital services provider in the Maldives, and currently, I am studying for a Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management.

Sports play a key role in managing my condition, especially team sports and outdoor activities. Volleyball is one of my favourites. I played throughout school and college to reach national levels. I also enjoy running and have recently begun playing badminton. I even competed in an inter-office badminton event in 2021. In the future, I hope to pursue a Master’s and PhD in human resource management and a short personal trainer course for my enjoyment.