International Organizations

International Diabetes Federation (http://www.idf.org) "The Global Advocate for People with Diabetes"
International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (http://www.ispad.org)
Declaration of the Americas on Diabetes (http://www.dota.org) The Declaration of the Americas on Diabetes "is a consensus document that outlines a diabetes strategic plan for the Americas. DOTA is a coalition of organizations facilitating through advocacy the implementation of its strategic plan. DOTA implementation lies with each nation in the Americas."
Organizations and Charities Web Sites (http://www.mendosa.com/org.htm) Another listing of websites, by David Mendosa
Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust (www.iddtinternational.org) "We are an organisation for people living with diabetes run by people living with diabetes. We recognise that when one person in a family lives with diabetes, this affects other family members and we offer support to partners and parents. We raise awareness of important issues for people with diabetes and provide information in non-medical language."
World Diabetes Foundation "The World Diabetes Foundation is dedicated to supporting prevention and treatment of diabetes in developing countries." (www.worlddiabetesfoundation.org)

Organizations in Africa

The Medic Alert Foundation of South Africa ("http://www.cia.co.za/charity/medalert/medalert.htm")
Diabetes South Africa (www.diabetessa.co.za) "Diabetes South Africa is a non-profit organization, funded in 1969 to be a support and an advocate for all people with diabetes in South Africa"     Link added 03May2005

Organizations in Asia

Persatuan Diabetis Malaysia ("http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/6232/index.html") "In 1982, a group of doctors and individuals wanted to set up an organisation which can provide social services to diabetics and also as a centre for dissemination of information on diabetes. This group of people founded Persatuan Diabetis Malaysia ("PDM"), which was registered as a social association with the Registrar of Societies on 16 June 1983."
The Diabetic Society of Singapore (http://www.dss.org.sg) "DSS is a non-profit organization affliated to the International Diabetes Federation and the National Council of Social Service."     Link updated 23Sep2004
Diabetes Research Centre and M.V. Hospital for Diabetes "Internationally recognised centres for excellence in Diabetes care and Research. The hospital and research centre are located in a 2 acre complex near the harbour adjoining the famous beach of Chennai" (in India).
Diabetes India (http://www.diabetesindia.com) "The Indian Task Force on Diabetes Care In India has been formed by a group of around 300 practising doctors with a predominant interest in diabetes and has an International Advisory Board consisting of eminent members of the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organisation."     Link new 2Sep2004

Organizations in Australia and New Zealand

Diabetes Australia-Tasmania (http://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/diab_tas.htm)
Diabetes Australia (NSW) (http://www.diabetesnsw.com.au/)
International Diabetes Website ("http://www.idi.org.au/") From The International Diabetes Institute, "the largest Diabetes Centre in Australia, providing valuable services to the local and worldwide diabetes communities."
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in Australia (http://www.jdrf.org.au/)
Emergency Insulin Distribution Project (http://www.idi.org.au/insulin.htm) "The International Insulin Accessibility Problem and How You Can Be Involved In Simple Ways."
Diabetes New Zealand (http://www.diabetes.org.nz/) "The first port of call for all New Zealanders with diabetes, those at risk and their families."
Reality Check (http://www.realitycheck.org.au/what_is_reality_check.htm) "We're a group of young people based in Melbourne, Australia who happen to have diabetes. We get together, we talk and we have fun. If you want to meet some people who'll understand, come and join us on the odd night out."
Diabetes Australia (http://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au) Diabetes Australia has lots of pages in lots of languages.
Diabetes Australia-Queensland (http://www.daq.org.au)
Diabetes Australia-Victoria (http://www.dav.org.au)     Link added 12Dec2004

Organizations in Canada

Canadian Diabetes Association (http://www.diabetes.ca)
The Diabetes Coalition of Canada ("http://www.execulink.com/~nilloc/index.html/dcc.htm") "We want to bring people and ideas together to speak as one voice against Diabetes. Millions of dollars are spent on Diabetes research each year, however very little of that money (if any) actually goes directly to cure research. Together we will descend upon Ottawa and make sure CURE research is not underfunded as it has been for years..."
The Sweet Support ("http://www.mgl.ca/~tjgrant/swtpage.html") "The Sweet Support is a self-funded, not-for-profit group located in London, Ontario, Canada. Our group is made up of people from all walks of life with one thing in common, diabetes. Our goal in coming together is to support, encourage and educate those living with diabetes as well as their family, friends and anyone else wanting to learn more about this disease. We provide a relaxed and informal atmosphere for group discussion about a wide variety of subjects pertaining to diabetes. We offer helpful advice based on personal experiences and from time to time we are joined by guest speakers from various health care professions. Most of all we're there to listen."
VitaLink (http://www.vitalink-canada.com) "VitaLink is a database system that stores pertinent medical history of individuals who are registered with our program. VitaLink is accessible by a health care facility, through a fax machine."

Organizations in Europe and the United Kingdom

Information about diabetes and the Dutch Diabetes Association (DVN) ("http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cvisser/diabetes.htm") Unavailable as of June 4, 1998
The UK Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust ("http://www.traders.co.uk/insulintrust") "Welcome to the IDDT, a charity registered in the United Kingdom."
Diabetes Insight ("http://www.diabetic.org.uk") "The aim of Diabetes Insight is to provide a central point where information can be obtained to assist in the management of diabetes. This site contains comprehensive information on the range of Blood Glucose Meters, Injection Devices, Lancets, Insulin Pumps, Books and other products that are available in the UK." By Steven J. Sexton
Diabetes Research and Education Centre Trust (DIRECT) ("http://www.ex.ac.uk/~tjbacon/dm/direct.html") "DIRECT is a registered charity founded in 1990 to promote Exeter-based research into the cause and prevention of the complications of diabetes, and to provide teaching and support to enable patients to best manage their own condition."
Finnish Diabetes Association ("http://www.diabetes.fi/") "The Finnish Diabetes Association is the leading voluntary health organization in the field of diabetes care and research in Finland."
Mellitis ("http://www-sante.ujf-grenoble.fr/SANTE/alfediam/mellitis.html") "Base d'informations et de références sur la diabétologie destinée à la découverte du diabète, l'actualisation des connaissances de la maladie diabétique, et la communication entre diabétologues. Ce site est le serveur officiel de l'ALFEDIAM, Association de Langue Française pour l'Etude du Diabète et des Maladies Métaboliques."
Diabetes UK (http://www.diabetes.org.uk) "The charity for people with diabetes." Diabetes UK is the new name for the British Diabetes Association.
British Society For Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes ("http://bspe.shef.ac.uk/") "Welcome to the BSPED web page, the home of the British Society For Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes"
DiaBEST (http://www.az.ru/diabest/)"Diabest is a non-commercial organization founded by a group of diabetics' parents and a doctor." Located in Russia.

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Organizations in South America

Federación Diabetológica Colombiana (http://www.fdc.org.co/) "La Federación Diabetológica Colombiana (FDC) es una entidad constituida desde 1997 con el objetivo de aglutinar a las personas, a los equipos, unidades y centros de diabetes y a las empresas comprometidas con el cuidado de las personas con diabetes en Colombia y propende por mejorar la atención y la calidad de vida de los mismos.     Link added 23Sep2004

Organizations in the United States

American Association of Diabetes Educators ("http://www.AADEnet.org")

The American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) is a multidisciplinary organization representing over 10,000 healthcare professionals who provide diabetes education and care. Membership is open to all health professionals with an interest in helping people live full and productive lives.

American Diabetes Association ("http://www.diabetes.org")

"The mission of the Association is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes."

The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International ("http://www.jdrf.org")

"Our mission is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research."

Chapters of the JDRF (http://www.diabetesmonitor.com/org.htm#jdrf)

Other Organizations in the U.S. of interest to people with diabetes

American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists ("http://www.aace.com/")
Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation ("http://www.charitiesusa.com/charitiesusa/fedmain/fedbody/medical_research2.html#Diabetes")
This is a listing at CharitiesUSA ("http://www.charitiesusa.com") that contains the address, phone number, and purpose of the organization, but not much else.
Diabetes Youth Foundation of Indiana ("http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/Sam_Flanders/")
Endocrine Society ("http://www.endo-society.org")
Diabetes Exercise & Sports Association ("http://www.diabetes-exercise.org") Formerly the International Diabetic Athletes Association.
Diabetes - blindness and diabetes, resources and support ("http://www.nfb.org/diabetes.htm")
Includes back issues of the Voice of the Diabetic. From the National Federation of the Blind
National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc.(r)(NORD) ("http://www.pcnet.com/~orphan/")
Prevent Blindness America ("http://www.preventblindness.org")
(Formerly the National Society to Prevent Blindness)
The Dream Factory ("http://www.slnedu.com/sites/dream/") "Their faces will win your heart. Their dreams will be etched in your memory. They are the chronically or critically ill kids who battle pain and infirmity every day - but who dream the dreams all kids dream. A trip to Disney World. Their own computer. Meeting a famous sport hero or country singer. For these kids, there is a place that can turn these dreams into realities. It's called the Dream Factory"
Diabetes Education and Research Center ("http://www.libertynet.org/~diabetes/") "The Diabetes Education and Research Center is a non-profit organization serving the needs of people living in Philadelphia and surrounding communities. It was established in 1967 to supplement the efforts of the Garfield G. Duncan Research Foundation. The goal of the Foundation is the improved health of people with diabetes."
Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland ("http://www.www.dagc.org/") "Since 1954, the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland, a local, independent United Way Agency, has served Northeast Ohio as the primary source of education, research and advocacy for the prevention and treatment of diabetes... The agency's programs fall within four areas: services for the patient with diabetes, such as medical referrals and glucose screening; community awareness about diabetes prevention and detection; education services for both patients and health care professionals in current diabetes treatment methods; and funding of local diabetes research. We also support Camp Ho Mita Koda, a summer camp for children with diabetes."
Insulin-Free World Foundation ("http://www.insulin-free.org/") "At the Insulin-Free World Foundation we are not scientists, nor are we fundraisers or politicians --- we are communicators. Our employees and volunteers, most of whom are driven by the genuine power of human experience, are informed and articulate speakers and writers in the field of diabetes."
MedicAlert ("http://www.medicalert.org/") "The trademarked Medic Alert emblem, worn as a bracelet or pendant, carries the universal healing arts symbol and the words Medic Alert. It tells emergency workers that the wearer needs special treatment, and it directs them to call Medic Alert's 24-hour Emergency Response Center. Live operators dispatch lifesaving information, by phone or fax." [Editorial Comment: We think all people with diabetes (and many other people) should wear a Medic Alert emblem.]
National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators ("http://www.ncbde.org") Includes the eligibility requirements, fees, and dates of upcoming examinations.
Diabetic Educational Center (http://www.diabetesnv.org) "The DEC was founded to help people with diabetes in Nevada find local resources and information. We provide books for our local library which may also be found at other libraries across the nation."
Diabetes Trust Fund ("http://www.diabetestrustfund.org/") "The Diabetes Trust Fund is dedicated to finding a cure for Diabetes, the funding of research of Diabetes, the education and training of health care professionals in the care and treatment of Diabetes, and the detection and effective treatment of those afflicted with Diabetes."
American Dietetic Association ("http://www.eatright.org/")
Diabetes Foundation Of Mississippi (www.msdiabetes.org) "The Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi is the state's premier nonprofit health organization providing diabetes research, information, patient services and advocacy. The mission of the Foundation is to provide hope through research, programs and service to the 346,500 Mississippians with diabetes." [updated 20Apr2006]
The Diabetes Society of Santa Clara Valley "The Diabetes Society of Santa Clara Valley was organized in 1963 as the result of efforts by a group of mothers of children with diabetes. Today, the Society offers its services to the estimated 140,000 people with diabetes in the Santa Clara Valley."
The Ark ("http://www.arkjuvenile.org/") The Ark Juvenile Diabetes Support Group was founded on November 10, 1996 to help with support, education, and supplies for those that are in need. In Cadillac, Michigan.
Find-A-Cure.com (http://www.find-a-cure.com/) "LEVERAGING THE POWER OF THE INTERNET TO FIND-A-CURE FOR DIABETES Providing diabetes researchers, doctors and patients with focused information, collaboration support and resources to advance the effort to find-a-cure for diabetes."
Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust U.S. (http://diabetes.pair.com/) "The Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust U.S. is a consumer-directed organization for people affected by diabetes, particularly those who use insulin." (The reader is redirected to the parent organization's website, at IDDT
Children with Diabetes Foundation (http://www.cwdfoundation.org) "The mission of the Children with Diabetes Foundation is to assist people living with diabetes and support the work of scientists and physicians throughout the world searching for a cure."
National Diabetes Alliance (http://diabetesalliance.org) "The mission of the Alliance is to "assist independent and allied diabetes organizations improve the physical and social well-being of persons with diabetes." Membership is open to anyone: individual, corporate, or association, who wish to support this mission. Although there are several other national diabetes organizations, these are centralized agencies with a single core governance. The National Diabetes Alliance is a "project by project" partnership of independent diabetes organizations throughout America who govern themselves independent of a higher governance."