Research News from the 2025 European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Meeting
The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) is one of the largest diabetes annual conferences in the world, and Breakthrough T1D was at the 2025 event to participate, share new data, and stay current on the state of type 1 diabetes (T1D) and the path to cures. We heard presentations on every area of our mission priorities, from advances in cell therapies to building consensus around general population screening for T1D. Check out the highlights.
Applications Now Open! Join Breakthrough T1D Youth & Young Adult Programs
Breakthrough T1D offers several opportunities for young people to lead, connect, and inspire:
- Youth Advocacy Leader: Share your personal story to urge Congress to support T1D funding and policies that benefit our community. Open to youth ages 17 and under. Visit BreakthroughT1D.org/Advocacy/YAL to learn more and apply.
- Young Adult Advocacy Council: Lead with peers to drive awareness and shape the future of T1D advocacy. Open to young adults ages 18-28. Applications are open through October 31. Visit BreakthroughT1D.org/Advocacy/YAAC to learn more and apply.
- Youth Ambassador: Gain confidence and leadership skills by sharing your story, connecting with the T1D community, volunteering at an event, fundraising for research, and more. Start your application process by attending a virtual Youth Ambassador Orientation on Oct 6 or Oct 16. Open to grades K-12. Learn more and register for an orientation.
- Young Leadership Committee: Connect with up-and-coming professionals and community leaders to raise awareness and support for T1D research through unique fundraising and social opportunities. Open to young adults ages 21 and older. Learn more.
Volunteer Opportunities at the Breakthrough T1D NorCal Walks!
Volunteer shifts are available at the Silicon Valley Walk (Sunday, October 19), the Sacramento Walk (Sunday, October 19), and the San Francisco Walk (Sunday, November 2). View and sign up for volunteer opportunities.
Upcoming Chapter Events
Visit our NorCal Chapter Calendar at BreakthroughT1D.org/northernca to learn more and register for the following events:
T1D Adults Hike Don’t Spike: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9:30 a.m., Phoenix Lake, Kentfield, CA.
Virtual Rider Community Ride: Saturday, October 11, 2025, 8:30 a.m., Sacramento, CA.
Breakthrough T1D Research Update – Central Valley: Tuesday, October, 14, 2025, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Modesto, CA.
New Gathering! Beer & Basals: The first gathering of this new meetup is on Thursday, October 16, 2025, 5:00-6:30 p.m., Salinas, CA. Recurs every third Thursday of the month.
Breakthrough T1D Walk, Sacramento: Sunday, October 19, 2025, William Land Regional Park, Sacramento, CA.
Breakthrough T1D Walk, Silicon Valley: Sunday, October 19, 2025, PayPal Park, San Jose, CA.
Young Leadership Committee (YLC) NorCal Walktoberfest: Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:00-9:00 p.m., Spark Social, San Francisco, CA.
Breakthrough T1D Walk, San Francisco: Sunday, November 2, 2025, San Francisco Zoo, CA.
New Support Group for T1D Adults: The first gathering of this new support group is on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 6:30-7:30p.m., Roseville, CA. Recurs every second Tuesday of the month.
Breakthrough T1D Community Games: Friday, November 14, 2025, Da Boccery, Livermore, CA.
Breakthrough T1D Ride: December 4-7, Amelia Island, FL. “My Ride” Opportunities available all year round. Visit Ride.BreakthroughT1D.org.
Breakthrough T1D San Francisco Gala: Saturday, February 28, 2026, San Francisco City Hall, CA.
Save the Date! Tee to Table: Friday, May 8, 2025, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, CA.
Monthly E-Meet & Greets and Zoom Gatherings
The Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter hosts monthly E-Meet & Greets for all ages and stages of T1D and caregivers. Additionally, we offer “Ask the Endo” and “Ask the Therapist” sessions, as well as a T1D and Neurodivergent Support Group and a Reunión for the Spanish-speaking community—all on Zoom. Visit our chapter calendar for event details and registration.
Young Leadership Committee (YLC) Monthly Happy Hours:
Quarterly meetings and monthly happy hours for young adults 21+. Contact ylc.sanfrancisco@gmail.com for more information.
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