Traveling with type 1 diabetes means packing more than just clothes: it takes careful planning, smart routines, and a few game-changing tricks. From insulated bags to backup supplies and lessons learned from the #dedoc° community, in this entry Beatriz Scher shares the tips and habits that help her keep insulin safe, blood glucose stable, and travel stress-free. Whether you're new to traveling with diabetes or a seasoned globetrotter, her advice is a must-read. 

When Kristinn was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in 2018, he faced isolation and stigma, but then a simple call to change the name of a local association evolved into a larger mission of representation, education, and mentorship. From joining the board of Diabetes Iceland to mentoring new advocates at the IDF Youth Leadership Lab, Kristinn’s story is a powerful reminder of how connection, community, and courage can turn a diagnosis into a platform for lasting change. 

In this reflection, Bethan Mair Williams shares her journey from the shock of her daughter's type 1 diabetes diagnosis to becoming an empowered advocate and #dedocº voice. With wit, warmth, and hard-won insight, she traces the transformative impact of community, technology, and psychological support in diabetes care. From hospital leaflets to closed-loop systems, and from parental activism to stepping back as her daughter finds her tribe, this is a testament to resilience, progress, and connection. 

Diabetes advocate Crystal Diaz had the opportunity to attend ISPAD 2023 in-person as a #dedoc° voice — and made sure to vlog every moment of it!

“It was so amazing to meet and learn from other patient advocates from all around the world who are pioneering such innovative and impactful frameworks and organisations for people living with diabetes,” writes Crystal.

Read — and watch! — her experience here.