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About JDRF & our impact
Learn about our world-class research to treat, prevent and cure type 1 diabetes and the ways in which we campaign to promote access to better treatments and technologies for everyone with type 1. Explore our impact, our network, the JDRF team and find information about careers with us.
Our research
We fund international research that will cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes and its complications. We focus on investing in research that will transform the lives of people with type 1 diabetes – improving treatments today until we find a cure.
Making treatments available
Collaborating with a wide range of partners, we work to bring the most up to date medical technology treatments to you in the fastest possible time.
We raise awareness of new treatments with the NHS and government and support their pathway through to people with type 1.
We successfully campaigned for continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to be available for all. We are currently working with partners to make sure hybrid closed loop systems (HCL) are also available to anyone who wants to use them.
About JDRF
As the leading global type 1 diabetes charity, we work every day to help people live better with the condition, prevent people ever developing it and one day, find cures. We do this by funding research, campaigning for access to all treatments and connecting and supporting the type 1 community.
Our impact
Last year we raised £1.6 million for UK research projects and gave 41,534 support resources to people with type 1 diabetes and their healthcare professionals. Learn more about our achievements to improve the lives of people living with type 1.
Our network
We work closely with clinicians, researchers, the NHS and MPs to bring the latest treatments to people living with type 1.
We are a part of a powerful network of affiliate JDRFs across the world, pooling our knowledge and resources to make research breakthroughs happen.
And our ambassadors, from our patron, Her Majesty the Queen, to many other well-known people affected by type 1, champion the type 1 community helping to ensure that they are heard.
Careers at JDRF
Join us in our mission to improve the lives of everyone affected by type 1 diabetes and become part of a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture. Find the latest job vacancies and learn about what it’s like to work at JDRF.
Contact us
You can contact us by phone on 020 7713 2030 or email us at info@jdrf.org.uk. Our phone lines are open Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm.
JDRF has offices in London and Scotland and is part of an international network of affiliates.