International Diabetes Federation (IDF)

The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is an umbrella organization of over 240 national diabetes associations in more than 160 countries and territories. It represents the interests of the growing number of people with diabetes and those at risk.

The Federation has been leading the global diabetes community since 1950. IDF’s mission is to improve the lives of people with diabetes and prevent diabetes in those at risk. IDF is engaged in action to tackle diabetes from the local to the global level ― from programmes at community level to worldwide awareness and advocacy initiatives.

The Federation’s activities aim to influence policy, increase public awareness and encourage health improvement, promote the exchange of high-quality information about diabetes, and provide education for people with diabetes and their healthcare providers. IDF is in official relations with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). For more information email info@idf.org

IDF World Diabetes Congress 2025

IDF will convene the global diabetes community again in Bangkok, Thailand on 7-10 April 2025. The congress will help foster the collaborations, connections and political actions required to place diabetes at the top of the global health agenda, improve the lives of people living with diabetes and prevent diabetes in those at risk.