Join the D1 Now Young Adult Panel
Are you between 18 and 25 years old and living with Type 1 diabetes? Make a real difference in diabetes research by becoming a part of our team.
Guided by Experience, Driven by Passion
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Our panel has been active since 2014, and our experienced members are now stepping up as mentors. They will support and guide you, ensuring you make the most impactful contributions.
Our mentors have been part of the D1 Now journey from the beginning, helping to shape the interventions and pilot studies. As a new member, you’ll benefit from their wealth of knowledge and experience. They’ll be there to guide you through every step of your involvement, offering support, advice, and encouragement.
What is Young Adult Panel?
Your voice in Diabetes Research
The Young Adult Panel is a group of passionate young adults living with Type 1 diabetes who collaborate with the D1 Now research team, representing the essential voices of the patient community. This panel goes beyond participating in surveys or focus groups; it involves a long- term collaboration where members contribute to all stages of the D1 Now study. YAP members bring their unique experiences and insights to the table, helping to design studies, analyse data, and disseminate results. This collaboration ensures that the research is relevant and impactful, directly improving care for young adults living with Type 1 diabetes. Make your voice heard and help us build a better future for all those living with Type 1 diabetes.
Why join YAP?
Make a Real Difference
Joining the Young Adult Panel means becoming a vital part of the study team. You might have participated in surveys or focus groups before, but as a YAP member, you’ll go behind the scenes. Your unique insights and experiences will drive meaningful change in how diabetes care is designed and delivered for young adults. You’ll have the opportunity to:
✓ Impact Real Lives: Your contributions will directly shape research that improves care
and support for young adults with Type 1 diabetes.
✓ Be Heard: Ensure that the voices of young adults are at the forefront of diabetes research
and advocacy.
✓ Develop New Skills: Gain hands-on experience in research, healthcare, and patient
advocacy, enhancing your personal and professional growth.
✓ Connect with Peers: Build relationships with other young adults who understand your
journey and are equally passionate about making a difference.
✓ Boost Your Resume: Highlight your involvement in groundbreaking research,
showcasing your commitment and skills to future employers or educational institutions.
✓ Be Recognized: Represent the study and YAP at various governing committees and
professional events like conferences and have the opportunity to become co-authors in
research publications.
What's Involved if You Join?
Becoming a Key Contributor
As a member of the Young Adult Panel, you'll be at the heart of the D1 Now research team, engaging in diverse activities that reflect the real needs and experiences of young adults with Type 1 diabetes.
▶ Shape Research: Bring your unique ideas to the table, helping to design and conduct studies that truly reflect the needs of young adults with Type 1 diabetes.
▶ Make Materials Matter: Ensure patient information, consent forms, and questionnaires are clear and user-friendly, making a real difference in how young adults engage with their care.
▶ Get Hands-On with Data: Dive into data analysis, providing your insights to help interpret findings that will influence future diabetes care.
▶ Be a Voice Online: Use your creativity to manage social media channels and contribute to our website, spreading awareness and sharing our findings in engaging ways.
▶ Collaborate and Learn: Work alongside other young adults, medical staff, and researchers, gaining valuable experience in leadership, teamwork, mentoring and governance.
▶ Build Your Future: Gain practical experience in academic research, writing, and patient advocacy, boosting your resume and career prospects.
▶ Get Appreciated: Receive appreciation for your time and contributions, including participation in meetings and various activities.
You don’t have to do it all—pick the areas where you’re most passionate and can make the biggest impact. This collaboration ensures our research is not just scientifically solid but also genuinely beneficial. Your involvement will directly influence the future of diabetes care, making a significant difference in the lives of young adults with Type 1 diabetes.