Emmanuel Kamarianakis is Canada’s Ambassador to Brazil and a longtime public servant with a career spanning several international postings, including Iran, Greece, Mexico, Italy, the UAE, and Brazil. Alongside his distinguished diplomatic work, Emmanuel served on the Board of Directors of Kids Brain Health Network, bringing not only leadership but a deeply personal perspective as a parent of a child on the autism spectrum. His lived experience fuels his ongoing advocacy for autism awareness and improved outcomes for children with neurodevelopmental challenges. Emmanuel remains a passionate supporter of KBHN’s mission to advance research, collaboration, and inclusive support for families across Canada.