Diana Castillo
ECPO President
Languages Spoken: Italian, Spanish
Country: Italy

Describe yourself in 3 words:
Helpul, passionate, friendly
Tell us a bit about yourself:
Hi, I’m Diana, I’m Colombian, I’ve been living in Italy for 14 years, I’ve lived with obesity since my childhood, I’m a volunteer in various associations, I like studying, doing manual skills, I’m committed every day to talking about obesity where it’s talked about little, I bring my experience as a patient and I believe very much in what I do.
Where do you live:
I live in Italy in a city called Ferrara
What are some of your interests:
I like helping people, I volunteer in various associations, I like DIY,
What is your personal experience with obesity:
I have lived with obesity since my childhood, I have suffered bullying for my appearance both at family, school and work, after several treatments for obesity I decided to have bariatric surgery in 2012, Unfortunately obesity was affecting me creating many health and walking problems and thanks to this treatment path I feel better, I have recovered my mobility and I have become healthier.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/castilloserrano.dianamaria
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DianaCastill08?t=hC07GWhkn_Mq4S4veoxrow&s=09
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-castillo-25a1aa1a7