Walk Team Spotlight: Bloody Roses
Malena Rubalcava's Walk team takes a positive approach to T1D.
One community, one cause
We draw on our collective, yet different, experiences and perspectives to make a difference for the type 1 diabetes community.
Our Culture & Belonging vision statement
We are committed to advocating for equitable healthcare access, inclusive practices, and support systems that uplift all communities impacted by T1D, regardless of background or status. Breakthrough T1D will always be a fair, inclusive, and equitable champion for the T1D community around the world as we work to make T1D a thing of the past. Breakthrough T1D is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all of our employees, volunteers, and the communities we serve feel welcomed, supported, and respected. Diversity of thought, background, and experiences strengthen our ability to move our mission forward. We remain laser-focused on driving toward cures for T1D for all people living with T1D and their loved ones.
I am fulfilled by knowing that I am a part of the team who is making life better for millions of people.”
One community, many stories
T1D doesn’t discriminate. See how the members of our diverse community are taking breakthrough action for the T1D community.
Going The Distance For T1D
Guri Burmi used his cross-country motorcycle ride to raise funds for T1D research.
Clinical Trials Improve Lives
Marjorie Lazarre is confident that clinical trials are the path to cures.
Our Culture & Belonging Council
The Culture & Belonging Council at Breakthrough T1D unites a diverse group of employees across departments to champion, support, and guide initiatives that align with our vision of a workplace that is cohesive, engaged, supportive, equitable, and inclusive. The Council serves as a collaborative body, proactively identifying opportunities to foster a welcoming environment, recommending impactful actions, and leading programs that strengthen Culture & Belonging within the organization.
Employee Belonging Groups (EBGs) at Breakthrough T1D
All Breakthrough T1D staff are welcome to join one or more EBGs. These groups create community for employees with shared identities or interests.
AAPI@Breakthrough T1D (Asian American and Pacific Islander)
Black@Breakthrough T1D
Hispanic@Breakthrough T1D
LGBTQ+@Breakthrough T1D
Neurodiverse@Breakthrough T1D
T1D@Breakthrough T1D
T1D Caregiver@Breakthrough T1D
Jewish@Breakthrough T1D
Women@Breakthrough T1D
Breakthrough T1D’s global presence
To advance toward our vision of a world where the burden of T1D no longer exists, we must engage the full spectrum of the T1D community. Our commitment to culture and belonging underpins our health equity initiatives at the local and global levels.
At Breakthrough T1D, we are powering a movement
Every person here plays a role in improving life with T1D for the people who face it.
Learn about us, our mission, and our leadership
Learn about how we are driving cures while making life with T1D better for the people who face it
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