“JDRF Australia has a vision of a world without type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat type 1 diabetes and its complications.

“Our organisation is built on a grassroots model of people connecting in their local communities, collaborating regionally for efficiency and broader fundraising impact, and uniting on an international stage to pool resources, passion and energy. We collaborate with academic institutions, policymakers, and corporate and industry partners to develop and deliver a pipeline of innovative therapies to people living with the disease.

“Our receipt of 2017 Outstanding Achievement Award is a reflection of the approach and success of our community of people with type 1 diabetes, our staff, our amazing volunteers, our Board, our partners and those we collaborate with that continue to work together improve the lives of those living with type 1 diabetes.”