IntDiabetesFed 155d ago

On 23 January 2025, the International Diabetes Federation hosted this Blue Circle Talk on the psychosocial impact of diabetes in schools to mark the International Day of Education. This webinar brings together diabetes advocates and healthcare professionals to explore the emotional and social challenges faced by children and adolescents living with diabetes, including stigma, anxiety, and the pressure of self-management. The discussion highlights personal stories, expert insights, and the role of the Kids and Diabetes in Schools (KiDS) programme in creating safer, more inclusive school environments. Learn more about the event: https://idf.org/events/webinars/from-stigma-to-support-psychosocial-challenges-of-diabetes-in-schools/ Learn more about the Kids and Diabetes in Schools programme (KiDS): https://kids.idf.org/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 — Welcome and opening remarks with Anita Sabidi (moderator) 01:25 — Kyle Jacques Rose on psychosocial well-being in schools 04:43 — Dr Eduardo Calliari on diabetes, stigma, and school safety 16:41 — IDF KiDS programme overview and school-based resources 24:55 — Learnings from the KiDS Pilot in Maharashtra (India) with Nupur Lalvani and Savita Chavan 39:41 — Panel discussion with Estefania Malasissi, Ousman Ceesay, Naser Altooblani and Dania Makkawi 01:16:00 — Closing reflections and key takeaways ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- KiDS is an International Diabetes Federation (IDF) programme undertaken in partnership with the International Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) and supported by an educational grant from Sanofi. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- // SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: @IntDiabetesFed // RECEIVE IDF e-alerts: https://idf.org/ // FOLLOW US on social media & stay updated on our activities: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/intdiabetesfed INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/intdiabetesfed/ X: https://x.com/IntDiabetesFed LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-diabetes-federation/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@intdiabetesfed