Youth and Teen Program
Our Youth and Teen Program is open to children who live with T1D in kindergarten through 12th grade and their siblings. Children can expect various volunteer-led activities, crafts, games, and much more! Children younger than kindergarten age may attend Summit but will need to stay with their parent or caregiver.
The Youth and Teen Program will run concurrently with the keynote and educational sessions. More information will be sent out prior to the event. Please note there is limited space for the Youth Program so register early.
Breakthrough T1D staff and volunteers, including licensed healthcare providers, are not permitted to treat high or low blood sugar. Parents/Caregivers will be contacted if their child needs help with their T1D management during the program.
Volunteers Needed
We are looking for volunteers to help ensure a smooth and welcoming experience by overseeing the Youth and Teen Program, supporting registration, assisting with sessions, and guiding attendees throughout the day. Whether you’re available for a short shift or the full event, your support makes a meaningful difference. Visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/raleighcommunitysummit to register today. We’d love to have you join us!
Educational Sessions
All attendees will have the opportunity to attend the keynote session and choose one of the following educational sessions.
Keynote Address:
Quest for a T1D Cure: Why Clinical Trials and Screening Matter | Amanda Gilchrist
Educational Sessions:
- Resilience & Overcoming Burnout: Staying Motivated on the T1D Journey
- Speaker/Facilitator: Dr. Terri Tilford
- Building Your T1D Community
- Speaker/Facilitator: Alejandra Marquez (Diabetes Sisters)
- T1D Generations Panel
- Speaker/Facilitator: Q&A with panelists at four life stages who live with T1D: Adult diagnosed for 50+ years, Young Adult, College Age and Teen.
