The Foundation

Diabetes and My Nation is not-for-profit foundation formed by a group of First Nations elders with vast experience in the fields of health management, residential schools, education, and project development and management in association with diabetes specialist and the developers of "Diabetes and My Nation" community based chronic disease prevention and management model.

Mission statement

Improve the health outcomes of the Aboriginal people living with diabetes and other chronic diseases through a holistic approach that integrates traditional healing and traditional learning methods, with modern medicine and advanced technology.

Objectives

• Promote diabetes management and prevention among Aboriginal people;
• Develop culturally appropriate diabetes education materials an1d programs;
• Build bridges between Aboriginal communities and healthcare services;
• Establish community based physical activity and nutrition initiatives; and
• Promote research in the field of traditional healing and diabetes management.