1 in 9 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, we work to effect change for the millions of people living with diabetes.
Awareness
Our 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
Our education initiatives aim to support the development of health professionals and improve understanding of the condition among people living with diabetes.
In focus
D-Talk Podcast: Rethinking Type 1 Diabetes Screening
In this episode, host Dr Phylissa Deroze is joined by Dr Michael Haller, Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology at the University of Florida, and diabetes advocate Ricardo de Oliveira to explore type 1 diabetes screening as both a medical breakthrough and a political issue.
Resources and testimonials from those affected
Read our statement on the situation in the Middle East and find useful resources and testimonials from people affected.
Detect Early, Act Early: Improving Diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes
A joint policy brief with the International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) that provides advocates, healthcare professionals and policymakers with recommendations to advance type 1 diabetes screening and early diagnosis.
Featured
Safeguarding diabetes care during the current conflict in the Middle East
The International Diabetes Federation is deeply concerned about the situation in Iran and countries across the Middle East following the recent escalation of tensions in the region.
06 March 2026
Diabetes news
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World Diabetes Day 2026-27: Early action on diabetes
04 March 2026The voices of people with lived experience of diabetes
Sofia Lima
Brazil
I’m 19 years old and have been living with type 1 diabetes since I was 4. This experience has shaped how I see the world and inspired me to support others living with the same condition. Through the ups and downs, I’ve learned resilience and recognised how important it is to educate and encourage those managing diabetes.
Mark Odachi
Nigeria
I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2014. The diagnosis came as a shock, especially since there was no family history of the condition—something we had believed was a typical cause at the time. In Nigeria, diabetes is often misunderstood as a condition that only affects older people, so I felt isolated, trying to adjust while facing widespread misconceptions and a lack of support.
Kenza Beldjilali
Algeria
I was diagnosed at the age of six and over the past 45 years I’ve lived every stage of life with diabetes — as a child, teenager, woman, wife, mother, and professional. This journey has taught me resilience, discipline, and the importance of prevention, emotional support and a balanced lifestyle to move forward with confidence.
Latest resources
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Policy brief
Detect early, act early: Improving diagnosis of type 1 diabetes
A joint policy brief with the International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) that provides advocates, healthcare professionals and policymakers with recommendations to advance type 1 diabetes screening and early diagnosis.
IDF-ISPAD-Policy Brief-T1D-screening-early-diagnosis-
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Guideline
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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