Tune into an important conversation about the intersectionality of race, gender, and disability. Our speakers will share their experiences being queer, Black and living with Type 1 Diabetes. There was so much to talk about in this single session that we didn't even get to questions, so stay tuned for Part 2! We will let our viewers know when that will take place live.
Thank you for your interest and support of the Black and queer patient communities!
Tonya C. Hegamin is a Type 1 Diabetic and works with a service dog named Bobo. She has worked with organizations like Women Against Rape, Police Athletic League and Planned Parenthood since 1998. Her experience as a patient and victim advocate and...
Kyle Banks is an actor, vocalist and all around music enthusiast. Having logged stage time professionally on and off Broadway, Kyle has also worked behind the scenes as a music business development and strategy consultant for Sony Music...
Simone Satchell is a Black Trans Queer Non-binary artist, originally hailing from Staten Island, NY. Simone currently lives in Queens which has completed his desire to reside in all 5 boroughs. Simone was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 1993....
Sydnee is a non-binary queer diabetic diagnosed in 2013 at 16. After spending time in the professional world, they realized how few disabled folks have a voice - especially when it comes to "invisible illnesses". This inspired them to learn and...