Hypersomnia Foundation Appoints New Board Chair to Advance Education and Research
Diana Kimmel brings over a decade of patient advocacy and lived experience to the leadership position, aiming to continue the fight for support, education, and research for those affected by hypersomnolence disorders.
The Hypersomnia Foundation has appointed a new board chair to lead its efforts in advancing education, support, and research for the sleep disorder community.
Diana Kimmel, a long-time patient advocate, has been appointed as the new board chair of the Hypersomnia Foundation. Kimmel has been a dedicated advocate for individuals with idiopathic hypersomnia since her diagnosis in 2011. She has previously led the foundation's Patient Advocacy and Advisory Council and has also founded a long-running idiopathic hypersomnia support group in Atlanta.
Kimmel's leadership is rooted in compassion and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of those with idiopathic hypersomnia and related sleep disorders. In her new role, she aims to continue the fight for support, education, and research for those affected by hypersomnolence disorders.
Kimmel's dedication to service is evident in her previous roles, which have included organizing numerous events and emphasizing volunteer involvement within the foundation. Her advocacy efforts have reached individuals and communities both within and outside the US.
In an interview with the Hypersomnia Foundation newsletter, Kimmel expressed her commitment to the community, stating, "My roots lie in this community's fight for support, education, and research. Leveraging my relentless advocacy and hope to find true wakefulness for our community, I am honored to step into this role with my ongoing commitment to ensure that no one faces sleepiness from hypersomnolence disorders in isolation."
The Hypersomnia Foundation plans to continue its mission to educate, empower, support, and advance research under Kimmel's guidance. With her leadership, the organization aims to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by hypersomnolence disorders.
Leadership and Experience
Diana Kimmel brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to her new role as board chair of the Hypersomnia Foundation. Her background as a patient advocate and her lived experience with idiopathic hypersomnia make her uniquely qualified to lead the organization's efforts in advancing education, support, and research.
Continuing the Mission
The Hypersomnia Foundation's mission to educate, empower, support, and advance research will continue under Kimmel's leadership. The organization plans to build on its existing efforts and make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by hypersomnolence disorders.
A Commitment to the Community
Kimmel's commitment to the community is evident in her previous roles and her stated goals for her new position. She is dedicated to ensuring that no one faces sleepiness from hypersomnolence disorders in isolation and is working to advance education, support, and research for the sleep disorder community.
The Future of the Hypersomnia Foundation
With Kimmel at the helm, the Hypersomnia Foundation is poised to continue its mission and make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by hypersomnolence disorders. The organization's plans for the future include building on its existing efforts and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
