INSULIN AND DIABETES SUPPLIES FOR LIFE AUSTRALIA INC (IFL)
Insulin For Life (IFL) is a tax-exempt, not-for-profit company registered in the state of Victoria, Australia that was established in 1999. It evolved from the 20-year program at the International Diabetes Institute, Australia.
Its objectives are to:
collect and donate insulin, syringes, test strips and other supplies in urgent situations
to donate supplies to several countries and Diabetes Associations continually, based on a philosophy of equity of access
to encourage the development of similar programs elsewhere. IFL has helped establish similar programs in Europe and the USA.
help develop and implement sustainable improvements in insulin supply in countries in need.
INSULIN FOR LIFE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
IFL Board Members (left to right): Neil Donelan, Faye Kirkwood, Bruce Wainright, Ron Raab (President), Alicia Jenkins.
Ron Raab OAM, President
Trained in economics, statistics and mathematics
Vice-President, International Diabetes Federation (2000-2006)
Member, of the International Diabetes Federation Insulin and Supplies Task Force
Member, Declaration of the Americas Diabetes Medical and Scientific Consultative Group
Employed at the International Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Australia (Professor Paul Zimmet, Director), 1980-1999 in international diabetes humanitarian and education activities, including the development and management of the then International Emergency Insulin Distribution Program, 1986-1999 from which Insulin For Life evolved
Has had Type 1(insulin-dependent diabetes) since 1957 at age 6
Has adopted a low carbohydrate/low insulin regime which has resulted in a major improvement in daily blood sugars and quality of life
Faye Kirkwood, Nurse
Extensive experience in the care of disabled persons, including a number who also have diabetes
Involved in diabetes activities for many years, including as President of the Diabetes Support Association, now affiliated with the International Diabetes Institute, Australia
Has had diabetes since 1991
Neil Donelan, Insurance Assessor
Involved in a number of local and overseas humanitarian aid activities, including the physical transporting of insulin overseas
Bruce Wainwright, Lawyer
Has had Type I (insulin dependent diabetes) since 1950 at age 14 and has so far not suffered any complications. No doubt a conscientious awareness of a healthy diet and exercise have been important but also an optimistic outlook for a positive and enjoyable life
Authored a book on living with diabetes
Member of an advisory committee to Government on diabetes concerns
Dr Alica Jenkins, Diabetes Specialist and Researcher
Diabetes Specialist and Researcher at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
Visiting Professor, University of Oklahoma, USA
Initiated and developing the Supplies Collection and Distribution Centre at the University of Oklahoma, USA
These Board members are also involved in the daily operational activities for Insulin for Life, such as fundraising, publicity, obtaining and sending the insulin and administration.
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