About Us
Strengthening Our Community
Our mission is to connect and empower young people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) as they navigate higher education and adulthood
Through a network of educational resources, a platform for storytelling, and collective advocacy, we aim to demonstrate and showcase the strength of our vulnerabilities and the power of our voices
Where it Began
From someone who has navigated higher education while managing IBD, I present IBD University (IBDU) -- a forum for collective advocacy, education, empowerment and storytelling.
I believe our unique challenges should strengthen, not impede, our ability to thrive in academic environments and I am dedicated to helping foster support along the way.
I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease when I was thirteen and since then have struggled to make the most out of my education while managing IBD.
IBDU was born out of a love for education and a passion for advocacy. Surrounded by other young people with IBD, allies and educators, we are doing our best to spread support and learn from each other along the way.
Welcome to IBDU, we're so glad you're here.
Emma Adelstein, Founder and CEO
