On November 12, we held an event hosted by MEP Peter Agius and organised with young people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) from our YOURAH Network.
Building on the Youth Policy Dialogue on Diabetes held in July with young people living with T1D, MEP Peter Agius, Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Olivér Várhelyi, and Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport Glenn Micallef, the event brought together young people with lived experience, experts and policymakers to address the mental health challenges faced by young people living with T1D.
Programme
Opening remarks
PANEL 1 | Beyond blood glucose: integrating mental health into diabetes care
- Living with diabetes – Testimonials from young people living with T1D
- The need for mental health support tailored to young people living with chronic conditions, from paediatric to young adult care – Psychologist
- Looking ahead: EU Mental Health Strategy – Policymaker
PANEL 2 | Breaking barriers: tackling stigma and discrimination in schools and workplaces
- Sharing experiences: the impact of stigma and discrimination on education, social opportunities and mental well-being – Testimonials from young people living with T1D
- Improving education and awareness on diabetes in schools and workplaces to break stigma and discrimination – Aisling White, Diabetes Advocate and School Teacher
- The role of policymakers in addressing stigma and supporting young people living with T1D – Policymaker
CASE STUDY | Beyond physical health: the role of sport in mental well-being for people living with T1D
- Overcoming barriers and highlighting positive impacts on mental health – Testimonials from young people living with T1D
- How sport, with adequate support for people living with diabetes and greater awareness of diabetes, can reduce stigma and promote physical, mental and social wellbeing – Diabetes Liga Expert
- Inclusive sport to support young people living with T1D – Policymaker
Q&A session
Closing remarks
We wish to thank Lilly and Medtronic for their support to IDF Europe Youth Programme
