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
WHA79 Side Event
The International Diabetes Federation, World Diabetes Foundation and World Obesity Federation organised a side event to advance policy dialogue on childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes prevention, bringing together Member State representatives, civil society, and healthcare professionals.
Resources and testimonials from those affected
Read our statement on the crisis in the Middle East and find useful resources and testimonials from people with diabetes 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
International Diabetes Federation at 79th WHO World Health Assembly
IDF participated in the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, co-hosting side events on childhood obesity, type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes, while advocating for integrated, person-centred approaches to diabetes, kidney, metabolic and circulatory health across the global health agenda.
26 May 2026
Diabetes news
In memory of Bastian Hauck
02 June 2026
IDF news
Anne Marie Felton (1943-2026)
12 May 2026
IDF events
IDF news
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—especially within Kenyan tertiary institutions.
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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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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