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2015 JDRF Children’s Congress changed my

Of all the activities I have done with JDRF over the past seven years, none affected me as much as traveling to Washington, D.C., to tell my story at JDRF... Read More

2015 JDRF Children’s Congress Day Three

After three days of advocacy, education and networking, the 2015 JDRF Children’s Congress is over. All 163 of our delegates and their families are traveling back to their home states... Read More

2015 JDRF Children’s Congress Day Two Re

After months of anticipation and a lot of hard work, we’re finally ready to storm Capitol Hill! Yesterday was the final day of preparation for our 163 delegates. Today, JDRF... Read More

Day one of 2015 JDRF Children’s Congress

This is Brian Herrick and Kady Helme reporting each day from 2015 JDRF Children’s Congress. Yesterday was a travel day for most of our delegates and staff, who came from... Read More

From Diagnosis to Delegate: One Children

Read Ryan’s bio As Harriet Beecher Stowe once said, “Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” I most certainly did not... Read More

Elizabeth Roosevelt: Ready to share you

Hello. My name is Elizabeth Roosevelt. I am 12 years old and finishing up the 6th grade. I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) shortly after my fifth birthday. I... Read More

Meet Kimberly Roosevelt: JDRF 2015 Child

It is JDRF Advocacy’s great honor to announce that Kimberly C. Roosevelt, of Dallas, Texas, will serve as chair of JDRF 2015 Children’s Congress to be held in Washington, D.C.,... Read More

Study Shows Promise for Implantation of

A clinical study published in PNAS provides further proof-of-concept that beta cell encapsulation holds real promise for making islet implantation a viable therapy for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Read More

Take the T1D for a Day Text Challenge!

Step into the shoes of someone living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) for one day in an eye-opening text campaign made possible through the generous support of Lilly Diabetes. In... Read More

Donate Now to Double Your Gift to JDRF

JDRF is making tremendous strides in type one diabetes (T1D) research with the support of our donors. The investments we’ve made in T1D research give us a clear vision for... Read More

Children’s Congress Photo Gallery:

On the last day of Children's Congress, the delegates and family members spoke with their Members of Congress, met Vice President Joe Biden, and attended a very special Senate Diabetes Hearing. Share in the excitement with our final Children's Congress Photo Gallery. Read More

Children’s Congress Rocks Capitol

The nation’s attention was honed on JDRF yesterday as delegates and advocates took the microphone at the pinnacle event of Children’s Congress—the Senate Diabetes Hearing. Minutes before the hearing, JDRF... Read More

Many Happy Returns

Amid all the serious business of advocacy, we’d like to take a moment to give a shout-out to three particular Children's Congress delegates, who all celebrated birthdays during their time with JDRF in Washington, D.C. We truly hope it was a birthday they'll never forget. Read More

Children’s Congress Photo Gallery:

Couldn't be at JDRF 2013 Children's Congress? You're invited to a virtual tour of day two. Celebrity advocates, corporate partner heroes, and a social gathering not to be missed! Read More

Partners Working Toward a Cure

Several delegates assisted Master of Ceremonies Nicole Johnson in presenting the JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress Awards to our generous partners at the Corporate and Industry Partners Recognition Luncheon. Read More

The Role of a Lifetime

What could a journalist, a race-car driver, a scientist, an actress, and a chef all have in common every single day? If you guessed “type 1 diabetes,” you’d be right—but it’s more than that. The five JDRF celebrity advocates who shared their stories today as Children’s Congress Town Hall Role Models have learned to live with type 1 diabetes (T1D). But more importantly, their lives have all seen remarkable triumphs, despite—and in some ways because of—T1D. Read More

Children’s Congress Photo Gallery:

Join the 161 delegates of JDRF 2013 Children's Congress on a virtual tour of day one! Read More

An Opening Refrain Filled With Promise

“Promise to Remember Me” is the name of their song, and when the 161 delegates of JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress raise their voices, it’s impossible to forget. The performance of... Read More

The Delegates Are Coming!

Independence Day fireworks have all burned down, but JDRF is amping up the excitement! JDRF Children’s Congress, our flagship advocacy event, takes place in Washington, D.C., next week. This biennial... Read More

Letters From the Cusp of Childhood/Adult

You might not be able to eat that doughnut when you have high blood sugar, but you can still become a doctor or a famous baseball player. ... Read More

Capitol Hill Essentials

For my trip to Washington, D.C., next month—where I'll be a delegate at JDRF Children's Congress—there are many things I'll need to pack. But most important are all the supplies I need to treat my type 1 diabetes (T1D) so that I can stay as healthy as possible. I've created a video to give you an idea of what it's like to travel with T1D. Read More

Word to the Wise: A T1D Slang Dictionary

Sometimes people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) get so accustomed to our own slang, it’s easy to forget not everyone speaks the same language. Since I'll be attending JDRF Children's Congress as a delegate this summer, I know it's important for me to communicate clearly. So with that in mind, I've compiled a list of my own favorite diabetic slang terms. Read More

Delegate Dos and Don’ts: 10 Ways t

When the 161 delegates of JDRF Children's Congress get to Washington in July, time will fly! Children's Congress Chair Kid Jonathan Platt gives a few tips to help delegates be the most effective advocates they can be, while having the most fun. Read More

My Friend, My Inspiration

Losing a friend is hard, but losing a friend to T1D is harder. By Catrina Curtis (15 years old, Mississippi) I can still remember the exact moment, almost... Read More

A Numbers Game, or: We Are All Number On

Congratulations, kid, you’re going to Washington! Now what? By Reed Gialketsis (17 years old, Nevada) At this year’s Children’s Congress, 161 kids and teens will gather in Washington,... Read More

A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words

I will control my T1D. My T1D won’t control me. By Amelia Rehrman 11 years old, Pennsylvania Hi! My name is Amelia and I am 11 years old.... Read More

Final Voting Open for the 2013 Our Every

Final voting is open now through May 28, 2013, 12 PM EDT! Do you share our need for speed in type 1 diabetes (T1D) research progress? Then vote for one... Read More

Children’s Congress 2013 Welcome M

Dear Delegates: Welcome to the JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress. As you may know, like you, I have type 1 diabetes and I know what it is like to deal with... Read More

Children’s Congress 2013 Welcome M

Dear Children’s Congress Delegates and Families: Congratulations and welcome to JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress! We all share in your honor in serving as delegates for this remarkable and unique event.... Read More

Children’s Congress 2013 Welcome M

Dear Children’s Congress Delegates and Families: I am thrilled to join you all here in Washington, D.C., for this incredible event! As event co-chair, I am honored to serve next... Read More

Welcome Letter from 2011 Children's

It is my honor and sincere pleasure to welcome you to the 2011 Children’s Congress website. This site is the center for our growing collection of Children’s Congress-related web activities,... Read More

An Introduction from Mary Tyler Moore, J

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Children’s Congress 2011. It is an honor to be leading you during the next few days as we pursue our vital... Read More

CC11 Tips and Feedback from Facebook Use

I wanted to share some feedback we got from JDRF advocates who submitted their CC11 application via Facebook, see below. Login today to Facebook and submit an application using the... Read More

Thanks for Participating in the CC11 Con

Yesterday was the final day of the 2011 Children’s Congress (CC11) Contest on Facebook, so thanks to those of you that participated by submitting your applications during August! We’ll be... Read More

6 Days to Go: Tips to Apply to CC11 This

The first ever Children’s Congress Contest on Facebook (FB) is quickly coming to an end. If you haven’t already submitted your 2011 Children’s Congress (CC11) application on Facebook, you need... Read More

Why Apply to Children's Congress on

Way back in the old days when I was Chair-Mom of Children's Congress, applicants had to use sticks to scratch their essays onto stone tablets and then have them shipped... Read More

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