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
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.
Submit an abstract for the IDF Congress 2027 by 15 August
We invite researchers, clinicians, scientists, and healthcare professionals from around the world to submit their latest scientific work for consideration at IDF 2027.
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 response to earthquakes in Venezuela
IDF is working with members and partners to help ensure that medicines and supplies remain available and accessible to people living with diabetes impacted by the disaster.
26 June 2026
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The voices of people with lived experience of diabetes
Isabella Magee
Australia
After being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, I spent years struggling to come to terms with my condition. I was rebellious, refused to manage my health properly, and often felt alone and misunderstood. Looking back, I wish I’d had more support and access to diabetes education during those early years.
Justa Kajuju Mwenda
Kenya
I was diagnosed with diabetes at a very young age, and this experience inspired me to advocate for young people living with diabetes. Through advocacy, I aim to challenge current norms, reduce healthcare costs and build a stronger, more compassionate diabetes community.
Martin Nikolov
North Macedonia
Living with type 1 diabetes since 2003 has shaped so much of who I am. Attending diabetes camps in Bar, Montenegro and Ohrid, Macedonia were life-changing experiences. They helped me connect with others who share similar challenges and gave me a sense of community and purpose.
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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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