Diabetes Campaigners Network

The Diabetes Campaigners Network (DCN) works to improve services for people with diabetes and end discrimination against them.

The DCN is made up of thousands of people who take part in Diabetes UK’s national campaigns on issues such as retinal screening, insulin pumps, access to blood testing strips and support for children with diabetes in schools.

DCN members are also empowered by Diabetes UK to run their own campaigns on specific local issues.

Why campaign for people with diabetes?

Fact: Diabetes is serious and can significantly increase your risk of heart attacks, strokes, blindness and other complications.

The NHS needs to make diabetes a priority and ensure that people with diabetes are getting the care and treatment they deserve.

Lack of understanding about diabetes and how serious it is can lead to discrimination against people with diabetes. A greater understanding of diabetes among employers and schools, for example, will help improve the lives of people with diabetes.

Join the DCN

Join thousands by becoming a member of the Diabetes Campaigners Network (DCN) and help to make a difference.

You don’t need lots of time or experience to get involved in our campaigns - there are quick and easy ways to take part.

If there are issues that you want to campaign on locally then we will provide advice and information to help you.

As a member of the DCN you will also be kept up to date about Diabetes UK’s campaigns and given easy to use materials to help you get involved.

DCN members also have access to free training which explains NHS structures, provides practical campaigning advice and the opportunity to meet other local campaigners.

The more people campaigning, the greater the opportunity for improvement and change - so join now.

To join the Diabetes Campaigners Network, please complete and return the downloadable form to:
Campaigns Team
Diabetes UK
10 Parkway
London
NW1 7AA

or, email the details requested on the form to dcn@diabetes.org.uk.