The Australian Diabetes Educators Association (ADEA), formed in 1981, is Australia’s leading organisation for diabetes care and education. Our members are healthcare professionals who are committed to providing evidence-based best practice diabetes education to ensure optimal health and wellbeing for all people affected by, and at risk of, diabetes. Diabetes education is a specialty field of health care practice. ADEA offers professional recognition and development programs to support diabetes educators working toward achieving and maintaining Credentialled Diabetes Educator® (CDE) status through a credentialling program. We also support our members and communities through events, resources and learning.
External link for Australian Diabetes Educators Association
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Another Australasian Diabetes Congress has come and gone! The event kicked off this time seven days ago. A huge thank you to all attendees and everyone who made the event possible—we couldn't have done it without you! What were your highlights? #24ADC
OzDAFNE: group education for the people you support with type 1 diabetes Do you support people with type 1 diabetes using multiple daily injections? Do you want to help them build confidence by learning practical skills so they can balance their insulin dose with their carb intake? If so, the OzDAFNE (Pens) program could be for them. OzDAFNE is a structured group education program for people with type 1 diabetes using multiple daily injections. The OzDAFNE program is available both online and in-person, and covers • carb counting • insulin dose adjustment • diabetes management. If you think someone you support could benefit from this program, please talk to them about OzDAFNE https://lnkd.in/gqmgZpMK
We are proud to share that Jane Giles, a long-standing ADEA member and former Board President, has been elected Vice President (Australia) on the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Board for the 2025–27 term. Jane was nominated by ADEA for this prestigious global role, announced at the IDF World Diabetes Congress 2025 in Bangkok earlier this week. Jane has contributed extensively to diabetes education and leadership, having held multiple senior positions on ADEA's Board between 2000 and 2008. Her election reflects the impact of Australian leadership in global diabetes care and education. Read more on the IDF website: https://lnkd.in/dPa2pzBY
More fantastic connections are being made at the IDF World Diabetes Congress in Bangkok! Our President, Ann Bush, and Manager of Education and Professional Services, Natasha Veech, had the pleasure of meeting with representatives from the Thailand Association of Diabetes Educators – another vital peak body dedicated to advancing diabetes education!🤝 We were also thrilled to connect with Sir Michael Hirst, Co-Chair of Parliamentarians for Diabetes Global Network! 🌍 🗣️And a warm welcome to the Indonesia contingent! It's inspiring to see such strong regional representation at the Congress. We are sharing insights, building relationships, and fueling our collective mission to improve the lives of people living with diabetes and prevent diabetes in those at risk. #ADEA #IDF2025 #26IDFWPR #Melbourne Diabetes Australia Australian Diabetes Society
The vital role of Credentialled Diabetes Educators (CDEs) and the need for better access to their services were highlighted on ABC Radio Brisbane yesterday. ADEA CEO Susan Davidson and NRL Hall of Famer Steve Renouf joined the program to share their perspectives on the importance of diabetes education and care. Steve spoke about his own journey with type 1 diabetes and that of his children, while Susan highlighted the complexity of self-management and the need for additional subsidised visits to CDEs. 🎧 Listen to the 10-minute segment from around 44 minutes and 25 seconds: https://lnkd.in/d4-43xTg
Great connections happening at the IDF World Diabetes Congress! Our President, Ann Bush, and Manager of Education and Professional Services, Natasha Veech, recently met with the President of The Diabetes Association of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the President of the Taiwanese Association of Diabetes Educators (TADE). It's fantastic to see these leading national organisations engaging and sharing their expertise in diabetes care and education on a global platform. These interactions are vital for fostering a united front against diabetes worldwide. Perhaps these discussions even sparked more excitement for IDF WPR 2026 coming to Australia! 😉 #ADEA #IDF2025 #26IDFWPR #Melbourne Diabetes Australia Australian Diabetes Society
📢 Just a couple of days to go! Don’t miss the ADEA research journal club’s April meeting this Friday. Meet the speakers: 📌 Dr Virginia Hagger—A leading voice in diabetes education research, Virginia will unpack the different types of literature reviews and guide you through interpreting findings from systematic reviews and meta-analyses. 📌 Ms Pippa Lin—Pippa will share the aims and methods for her scoping review exploring the evidence and protocols for insulin self-management in hospital. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your research confidence, sharpen your skills and earn points towards your credentialling or re-credentialling. Register now: https://ow.ly/gzzT50VraUX
ADEA is proud to have our President, Ann Bush, and Manager of Education and Professional Services, Natasha Veech, participating in the IDF World Diabetes Congress in Bangkok, Thailand. At the 2025 Congress, Ann and Natasha connected with many colleagues and friends to share our enthusiasm for IDF WPR 2026, which will take place in conjunction with the Australasian Diabetes Congress from 18-21 August 2026. We look forward to bringing back valuable knowledge and connections that will further support our mission to improve the lives of people affected by diabetes in Australia and strengthen the role of Credentialled Diabetes Educators (CDEs). #ADEA #IDF2025 #26IDFWPR #Melbourne Diabetes Australia Australian Diabetes Society
📣 In the news | Gunggari and Gubbi Gubbi man Steve Renouf is calling for better access to diabetes education and care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, drawing on his lived experience with type 1 diabetes. In this National Indigenous Times article, Mr Renouf highlights the vital role of Credentialled Diabetes Educators (CDEs) in supporting his family’s health and well-being. The story also features insights from ADEA CEO Susan Davidson and CDE Laura Zimmerman, and reinforces the importance of culturally safe care, early intervention, and increasing the number of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander CDEs through programs like the ADEA First Nations CDE Scholarship. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/g8XtUJJw