Events
Join our international and regional events to connect with diabetes experts, share knowledge, and stay updated with the latest advancements.
Diabetes 360°: From Prevention to Personalized Treatment
The Qatar Diabetes Association (QDA) is pleased to announce its upcoming conference, “Diabetes 360°: From Prevention to Personalized Treatment.” The conference will bring together leading diabetes experts, healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, and other stakeholders to explore diabetes care from a comprehensive, 360-degree perspective—from prevention and early detection to personalized treatment and long-term management. The conference will address the evolving challenges of diabetes and highlight the importance of a holistic, patient-centered approach to care. It will provide a platform for sharing the latest scientific evidence, clinical experiences, innovative practices, and emerging technologies that can contribute to better diabetes outcomes.
Regional Meeting, and the 5th Levant Endocrinology & Diabetes Congress, scheduled to take place on 5-7 November 2026 at Babylon Rotana, Baghdad, Iraq.
Iraqi Diabetes and Endocrine Association, we are pleased to invite you to participate in our upcoming event, The International Conference of the Iraqi Diabetes and Endocrine Association, taking place in conjunction with the International Diabetes Federation Middle East & North Africa [IDF-MENA] Regional Meeting, and the 5th Levant Endocrinology & Diabetes Congress, scheduled to take place on 5-7 November 2026 at Babylon Rotana, Baghdad, Iraq.
Early action on diabetes – World Diabetes Day 2026 webinar
We would be grateful for your support in sharing the upcoming World Diabetes Day 2026 webinar with your regional network and Member Associations. Early action on diabetes – World Diabetes Day 2026 webinar 14 October at 14:00–15:00 CET The session will explore this year’s World Diabetes Day campaign, including the key theme, messages, calls to action and available resources. Members of the IDF network will also share examples of their activities and practical ideas to help inspire engagement at local level. Registration link: Webinar Registration - Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_L_D5oO3PTeqbUhgzVPafRw#/registration The event is open to anyone interested in learning more about World Diabetes Day 2026. Speakers include: • Lucy Michaeloudis, Communications Manager, International Diabetes Federation • Lyndianna Rahming, President, Bahamas Diabetes Association • Chelsea Machill, Branch Manager, Diabetes South Africa • Ousman Ceesay, Younger Leader in Diabetes, Gambia • Serena Akiki, Young Leader in Diabetes, Lebanon We would really appreciate it if you could share the webinar with your network and encourage participation.
Diabetes Caring Education
The Egyptian Diabetes Association is starting its annual course of Diabetes Caring Education in collaboration with the Ministry of Health in Alexandria. The course runs in 30 hours in the form of workshops (once weekly) starting from 4 Oct 2026.
The IDF Congress 2027 will take place in Singapore from 9-12 April 2027.
Welcome to the official website of the International Diabetes Federation Congress 2027 The IDF Congress 2027 will take place in Singapore from 9-12 April 2027. After extensive and thoughtful consideration of the evolving regional context in the Gulf and the wider Middle East, and its potential implications for international participation and global gatherings, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) made the difficult decision to postpone the IDF Congress in Qatar. Register early to take advantage of our discounted rates.
Evidence, technology and equity: rethinking diabetes care in pregnancy
Diabetes during pregnancy – whether pre-existing or first diagnosed in pregnancy – affects millions of women worldwide and poses a significant clinical and public health challenge. Although most women deliver healthy infants, maternal dysglycaemia is associated with preventable short- and long-term complications for both mother and child, highlighting the importance of timely, coordinated and evidence-based care across preconception, pregnancy, and the postpartum period. Improving care for diabetes in pregnancy calls for a multifaceted approach. This approach includes strong evidence, effective care models, healthcare system readiness and equitable access to essential tools. Clinical guidance and supportive policies also underpin better management of diabetes during pregnancy. At the core are diabetes technologies, as emphasised in an International Consensus Statement – endorsed by the IDF and 23 professional societies – which supports the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and automated insulin delivery (AID) for pregnant women with type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes. This IDF webinar will bring together healthcare professionals and female advocates to examine current evidence, discuss global priorities in diabetes care during pregnancy, and consider the role of technology. Together, they will explore practical and policy approaches to advance equitable, high-quality care for women before, during and after pregnancy.
MENA Diabetes Congress 2025
The largest gathering of diabetes professionals in the Middle East and North Africa region