Our vision and mission
Our vision is for a world without T1D. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent, and treat T1D and its complications.
Since our inception over 50 years ago, we’ve transformed understanding of T1D and have been part of every advancement in T1D care.
Everything we achieve is made possible thanks to the support of governments, the enduring generosity of philanthropists and our partners, and our dedicated community and corporate fundraisers.
How does Breakthrough T1D help?
We use a strategic, 3-pronged approach, with our community at its core.
Research
Advocacy
Community programs
Explore Breakthrough T1D-funded research
Discover our current advocacy ask
Every person living with T1D manages the daily burden of monitoring blood glucose levels and delivering insulin to stay alive. Advances in technology have transformed how this can be done, but due to issues like cost, not everyone in the community can access these benefits.
Our current advocacy campaign is focused on changing this, to ensure every Australian impacted by T1D can use an automated insulin delivery system, which combines an insulin pump with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). This can be truly life-changing, but access remains challenging for many Australians.
Download FREE community resources
Breakthrough T1D provides support and guidance for people with T1D and the people who love and care for them, with resources to help across every age and stage of their journey.
We’ve developed a variety of free downloads and programs for all our community members. Check them out below or visit our website to discover more.
Type 1 diabetes: A guide for friends and loved ones
Straight to the Point: The book for adults with T1D
If You’re Okay, They’re Okay: For parents & carers
