DiabaddieOrg.

03/05/2026

Real Talk From Our Founder;
Antoinette Watkins aka
💋OGDiaBaddie💉

I’m almost ready to go!
Can the Diabaddie community help me close the final funding gap with a $100 gift from each supporter?

— Antoinette Watkins

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Thank you to everyone who has already donated and to those who choose to support this journey your generosity and belief in the Diabaddie mission truly make this work possible.

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11/12/2025

A true , Krystal Carter ✨ , will be your host for The this Friday!

She’s the powerhouse behind and , known for bringing connection, confidence, and community wherever she goes.

Krystal hosted last year’s Diabetes Myths event and we’re beyond excited to have her back to lead us through the — keeping our and linked all night long! 💖

We’re looking to meet new friends, build new allies, and spark conversations that move the diabetes community forward in Baltimore.

🎟️ Tickets in bio — see you in T-3 days this Friday, Nov 14th at 4MLK BioPark!

11/07/2025

The panel just keeps getting better✨ Kyle was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes while performing in Disney’s The Lion King — a life-changing moment that revealed how little support existed for people of color with T1D. In 2020, he turned that challenge into purpose and launched to expand access, education, and advocacy for our community.

We’re honored to have him share perspectives from his work inside New York City schools to help students access diabetes technology, improve daily management, and strengthen advocacy with parents, school nurses, and faculty.

You don’t wanna miss this!
🎟️ Tickets in bio. 🔗

11/06/2025

We need all on deck for set-up and breakdown at the Diabaddie Tech Link Up on Friday, Nov 14th at 4MLK BioPark in Baltimore! 🌟 Free entry and treats for those ready to show up, gain experience, make connections, and support a great cause! 💋

Doors open at 6:30 PM ✨ Event starts at 7:00 PM
Click the link in our bio to sign up and learn more. 🔗

11/05/2025

The definition of , , and energy in public health! 🎓💉 Meet Bailey Holmes Spencer, MPH, a PhD candidate at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health ().

Diagnosed with T1D at just 10 years old, she has now made her lived experience with Type 1 diabetes motivation for groundbreaking research that uses digital innovation to close gaps and empower communities.

She is a proud () with a Master of Public Health from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health () Bailey embodies excellence, resilience, and BIG energy. ✨

Catch her speaking at the Tech Link Up on Nov 14th in Baltimore, where fashion meets public health, and baddies lead the conversation on tech, confidence, and chronic care. 💅🏽💻

🎟️ Grab your tickets now — link in bio!

11/04/2025

, it’s go time 🌟Join us for the Diabaddie Tech Link Up — fashion, tech, and real talk all in one night.
🎟️ Link in bio or scan the QR to grab your ticket now!

11/03/2025

We’re bringing in diabetes awareness month with a BANG and great honor! Dr. Sherita Golden will be joining us as a featured panelist at the 💉

Dr. Golden is the Hugh P. McCormick Family Professor of & at Johns Hopkins University🏥 , where she leads groundbreaking work on diabetes, cardiovascular health, and health equity. A proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., ( ) ♥️Dr. Golden brings brilliance, faith, and compassion to every space she enters. ✨

🎟️ Ticket Link In Bio 🔗

We can’t wait for you to hear her insight on how technology and equity can transform diabetes care. 💉

10/30/2025

We need all baddies on deck for set-up and breakdown at the Diabaddie Tech Link Up on Friday, Nov 14th at 4MLK BioPark in Baltimore! 🌟 Free entry and treats for those ready to show up, gain experience, make connections, and support a great cause! 💋

Doors open at 6:30 PM ✨ Event starts at 7:00 PM
Click the link in our bio to sign up and learn more. 🔗

10/30/2025

This high-tech, unsugarcoated will feature Dominique at the Link Up, sharing how 21 years of living with have shaped her resilience, growth, and purpose. From her expertise in to her bold pivot into real estate, we can’t wait for you to hear her story, she’s living proof that and can coexist beautifully. 💖

Ticket Link in Bio 🔗

10/29/2025

Hello! It’s giving Tech. Fashion. Confidence. 💻💅🏾 The is bringing a Link-Up & to Baltimore this Month! This event will host a panel talking devices and feelings — exploring how confidence, access & culture shape how we use diabetes tech. ✨

You don’t wanna miss this opportunity to with other and . Link in bio to secure your donation entry ticket! 🎟️

10/10/2025

After 165 comments and messages wishing me sickness and death, I’m finally speaking up; not for myself, but for what I’m called to do. Don't ask me what I’m doing. I moved from Florida to Baltimore out of pure obedience, to walk fully in my purpose of advancing public health.

Do your research, because I’ve been doing mine.

Professional Health Interest Statement – Semester 1

Antoinette Watkins