The JDRF Northeast Wisconsin Chapter is proud to introduce our ’18-’19 Youth Ambassadors.  We are excited to see this talented group make an impact in our community.

 

 

My name is Collin! I was diagnosed with type one diabetes in 2015 at age 7. I am currently using Omnipod and just started using Dexcom. I enjoy reading books (especially Harry Potter) riding my bike, playing video games and shooting guns with my dad. I can’t wait to help out all the new kids with diabetes and help them know they aren’t alone and they will be ok.

 

 

Hi, I’m Emmie. I have Type 1 diabetes(T1D). I was diagnosed the day after my 11th birthday. I’m 17 years old and I’m going into my senior year of high school. My father also had T1D. I’m in multiple sports; I enjoy playing volleyball, basketball, softball and I am joining power-lifting.

 

 

 

Hi, I’m Emma and I live in Green Bay.  I was diagnosed with type one diabetes in August of 2016. Since my diagnosis, I have continued competing in numerous sports, volunteering in my local community and doing well in school. My hobbies include running, scuba diving, socializing with friends and listening to music. I am excited to begin advocating for JDRF and look forward to further educating individuals on type one diabetes and promoting the efforts to find a cure.

 

 

 

Hi, I’m Gavin.  I’m 15 years old and was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2016, but I haven’t let T1D slow me down.  I’m an avid athlete who loves all things sports. I play basketball and I’m on a Wisconsin travel baseball team.

Living with T1D has motivated me to show others how to overcome the challenges associated with living with T1D, and through my love of sports I hope to raise disease awareness and inspire others in the T1D community to chase and follow their dreams.

 

 

 

 

My name is Taylor, I am 15 years old and have had T1D for 10 years. I love hanging out with friends, playing volleyball, and going up north. I’ve recently gotten the Medtronic 670g and I absolutely love it, it makes being diabetic so much more manageable.

 

 

 

 

My name is Leah. I am 16 years old and a junior at Neenah high school. I enjoy playing soccer, volleyball, and hanging out with friends in my free time. I am a type one diabetic and I have had diabetes for 4 years.

 

 

 

 

Hi I’m Hannah and I’m 10 years old. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I was 7, right before I started 2nd grade. Today, I use a pump and my Dexcom to help make living with diabetes easier. I love animals, my favorite animals are dogs and polar bears. My hobbies include: art, reading, playing with my dogs, cooking with my mom and playing football with my dad. I am excited to be a youth ambassador for JDRF and am proud to do my part to raise awareness!

 

 

Hello, My name is Spencer. I am 16 years old and a junior at New London. Go Bulldogs! I play football and basketball. I love talking about all sports! I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes on January 1, 2009. I’ve had this disease over half my life. My life is a journey and Type 1 Diabetes is along for the ride. I make adjustments and try to manage my T1D because it’s always there. With help from my parents and friends, Type 1 Diabetes won’t stop me from living my dreams! I’m doing all I can to find my cure and the cure for so many! With the help of JDRF, I believe my cure will be found.

 

 

 

My name is Meredith. I am 12 years old and going into seventh grade. When I was 2 years old, I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes.  I enjoy swimming, riding my bike, playing volleyball, softball,basketball, and drawing.

 

 

 

 

 

Hi. My name is Gabby. I am a sixth grader at Foxview Intermediate school in De Pere. I live with my mom, dad, and 3 younger siblings. I was diagnosed with T1D in July of 2016. I love to golf, read and play piano. I try to be a great advocate for others who have T1D. I do several fund raisers each year to contribute to JDRF. I work hard to raise awareness and help to educate others on the need to make Type one, Type none.