
American Diabetes Association (ADA) Advocacy Library
ADA's Advocacy Library is your resource to learn about diabetes priorities and legislation affecting people with diabetes and take action!
Our advocacy efforts include supporting government funding for diabetes research and programs, ensuring access to health care, supporting insulin affordability, preventing type 2 diabetes, fighting discrimination and much more. Watch the videos and view the other resources here to learn more about how you can join us!
Insulin affordability

The insulin supply chain is a complex system. One thing is simple--people with diabetes rely on insulin to live. Watch the video and take action by signing the petition at makeinsulinaffordable.org/petition

Insulin isn't a luxury. It can mean life or death for millions for people with diabetes. The price of insulin TRIPLED between 2002-2013. Read the ADA's policy statement and recommendations to improve insulin access and affordability, and get an overview of this important issue.
Special diabetes program: Investing in groundbreaking research & programs

Learn more about the Special Diabetes Program, helping Americans with diabetes thrive. Visit diabetes.org/advocatesignup and make your voice heard

Take action to support the Special Diabetes Program (SDP) at diabetes.org/sdpalert today! SDP delivers life-changing advances to allow more American to live longer, healthier lives.
Federal diabetes funding

How does the federal budget and appropriations process impact diabetes research and programs funding? Learn how the Advocates can help bend the curve for people living with diabetes and read about the staggering cost of diabetes.