World Diabetes Day

World Diabetes Day takes place on 14 November 2026, the world’s largest diabetes awareness campaign, highlighting the importance of prevention, early diagnosis and good care for people living with diabetes.

When is World Diabetes Day?

World Diabetes Day is marked every November (November 14). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why World Diabetes Day matters

Diabetes is a serious, lifelong condition that can lead to severe complications if unmanaged, so this day promotes awareness, supports research and helps ensure people get the information, care and support they need to live well. Explore health & well-being volunteering.

How to get involved in World Diabetes Day

There are three simple ways to make World Diabetes Day count:

• Volunteer — support a diabetes charity or community health project, helping at awareness and screening-information events. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — take part in a sponsored walk, ride or challenge to fund diabetes research and support services.
• Raise awareness — share the warning signs of diabetes and encourage people to know their risk and get checked.

World Diabetes Day volunteering opportunities

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