1 in 10 people are living with diabetes
Our mission is to improve the lives of people living with diabetes and prevent diabetes in those at risk.
Advocacy
Through coordinated advocacy at the global level and at the national level through our members, IDF works to effect change for the millions of people living with diabetes.
Awareness
IDF awareness activities aim to keep diabetes firmly in the public spotlight and promote the importance of coordinated and concerted action to tackle the impact of the condition.
Education
IDF education initiatives aim to support the development of health professionals and improve understanding of the condition among people living with diabetes.
In focus
IDF World Diabetes Congress 2025
Join us in Bangkok in April 2025 for the next edition of the IDF World Diabetes Congress, featuring four days of high-level scientific sessions across 10 programme streams.
Webinar on once-weekly basal insulins
Access this exclusive on-demand webinar to gain in-depth insights from internationally renowned experts on the practical implementation of once-weekly basal insulins for people with type 2 diabetes.
New Understanding Diabetes course
Improve your understanding of the impact of diabetes on nerve health with our new free online course designed for people with diabetes and their caregivers. Available in English and Spanish on the IDF School of Diabetes Understanding Diabetes platform.
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The voices of people with lived experience of diabetes
Cyrene Manansala (The Philippines)
By sharing my story of hope and healing, I can inspire others like me and younger children with type 1 diabetes, and emphasise the importance of community support in our journey.
Iqra Javaid Ch (Pakistan)
As a person living with type 1 diabetes, I need insulin to live. However, accessing insulin in Pakistan can be difficult, especially in rural areas. To address this issue, a pilot project for diabetes care was launched in Pakistan, "Insulin for All", which provides home insulin delivery to children with type 1 diabetes in three districts of the Punjab province.
Benjamin Mafale (Zambia)
As a medical professional and a member of the Blue Circle Voices (BCV), I believe effective communication can give a voice to everyone who wants to advocate for those living with and impacted by diabetes.
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IDF Global Clinical Recommendations for Type 2 Diabetes Management
These Clinical Practice Recommendations incorporate the latest evidence and advancements in diabetes care and provide a structured yet adaptable framework for healthcare professionals, ensuring they are equipped with practical guidance tailored to diverse clinical settings.
link to https://idf.org/what-we-do/education/idf-clinical-practice-recommendations-for-type-2-diabetes-2025/
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Nerve health and diabetes
Free online course designed for people with diabetes and their carers to help understand the impact of diabetes on nerve health and delay or prevent nerve complications.
link to https://understandingdiabetes.org/nerve-health/en
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Over 250 million people worldwide unaware they have diabetes, according to new IDF research
New estimates from the IDF Diabetes Atlas highlight the growing diabetes threat, with nearly one in nine adults now living with the condition.
07 April 2025
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A reinvigorated KiDS programme launched at IDF 2025
09 April 2025
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