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
Submit an abstract for IDF 2027 by 30 September
We invite researchers, clinicians, scientists, and healthcare professionals from around the world to submit their latest scientific work for consideration for the IDF Congress 2027 in Singapore, 9-12 April 2027.
New free online course for healthcare professionals
Our new evidence-based course in the IDF School of Diabetes aims to strengthen the knowledge and practical skills of healthcare professionals involved in the management of type 2 diabetes. Available with voiceovers and subtitles in English, Chinese, French, German, Turkish and Spanish.
Don't delay, test your risk of type 2 diabetes today
Type 2 diabetes accounts for over 90% of all diabetes and can often be delayed or prevented. The International Diabetes Federation has developed a short online risk assessment to help individuals learn about their risk of developing type 2 diabetes within the next ten years.
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IDF Congress 2027 to take place in Singapore
After extensive and thoughtful consideration of the evolving regional context in the Gulf and the wider Middle East, and its potential implications for international participation at global gatherings, IDF has made the difficult decision to change the venue for the IDF Congress 2027.
07 July 2026
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The voices of people with lived experience of diabetes
Joana Amorim
Portugal
My journey with type 1 diabetes began six years ago. At first, I felt isolated and tried to hide my condition, wishing I could live freely like other teenagers. Over time—through both literal and emotional highs and lows—I learned to face diabetes with resilience and gratitude. Now I am starting my journey as a diabetes advocate.
Sara Abbasian
Iran
I’ve been living with type 1 diabetes for about nine years. In the early days, I struggled with my mental well-being. I felt ashamed due to the widespread stigma and lack of awareness in my community. But with time, encouragement and knowledge, I transformed—and now I want to be that positive change for others.
Ousman Ceesay
The Gambia
I’ve been living with type 1 diabetes since 2011, and my journey has shaped my mission: to empower others through advocacy, creativity, and community service.
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Report
Annual Report 2025
In 2025, IDF celebrated 75 years of global impact, advancing diabetes care, advocacy and education worldwide. Through partnerships, innovation and action in over 160 countries, IDF continues to improve lives and drive progress toward better diabetes care for all.
Annual Report 2025
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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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