2015 JDRF Children’s Congress changed my
Of all the activities I have done with JDRF over the past seven years, none affected me as much as traveling to Washington, D.C., to tell my story at JDRF […] Read More
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2015 JDRF Children’s Congress Day Three
After three days of advocacy, education and networking, the 2015 JDRF Children’s Congress is over. All 163 of our delegates and their families are traveling back to their home states […] Read More
2015 JDRF Children’s Congress Day Two Re
After months of anticipation and a lot of hard work, we’re finally ready to storm Capitol Hill! Yesterday was the final day of preparation for our 163 delegates. Today, JDRF […] Read More
Day one of 2015 JDRF Children’s Congress
This is Brian Herrick and Kady Helme reporting each day from 2015 JDRF Children’s Congress. Yesterday was a travel day for most of our delegates and staff, who came from […] Read More
From Diagnosis to Delegate: One Children
Read Ryan’s bio As Harriet Beecher Stowe once said, “Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” I most certainly did not […] Read More
Elizabeth Roosevelt: Ready to share you
Hello. My name is Elizabeth Roosevelt. I am 12 years old and finishing up the 6th grade. I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) shortly after my fifth birthday. I […] Read More
Meet Kimberly Roosevelt: JDRF 2015 Child
It is JDRF Advocacy’s great honor to announce that Kimberly C. Roosevelt, of Dallas, Texas, will serve as chair of JDRF 2015 Children’s Congress to be held in Washington, D.C., […] Read More
Study Shows Promise for Implantation of
A clinical study published in PNAS provides further proof-of-concept that beta cell encapsulation holds real promise for making islet implantation a viable therapy for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Read More
Take the T1D for a Day Text Challenge!
Step into the shoes of someone living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) for one day in an eye-opening text campaign made possible through the generous support of Lilly Diabetes. In […] Read More
Donate Now to Double Your Gift to JDRF
JDRF is making tremendous strides in type one diabetes (T1D) research with the support of our donors. The investments we’ve made in T1D research give us a clear vision for […] Read More
Children’s Congress Photo Gallery:
On the last day of Children's Congress, the delegates and family members spoke with their Members of Congress, met Vice President Joe Biden, and attended a very special Senate Diabetes Hearing. Share in the excitement with our final Children's Congress Photo Gallery. Read More
Children’s Congress Rocks Capitol
The nation’s attention was honed on JDRF yesterday as delegates and advocates took the microphone at the pinnacle event of Children’s Congress—the Senate Diabetes Hearing. Minutes before the hearing, JDRF […] Read More
Many Happy Returns
Amid all the serious business of advocacy, we’d like to take a moment to give a shout-out to three particular Children's Congress delegates, who all celebrated birthdays during their time with JDRF in Washington, D.C. We truly hope it was a birthday they'll never forget. Read More
Children’s Congress Photo Gallery:
Couldn't be at JDRF 2013 Children's Congress? You're invited to a virtual tour of day two. Celebrity advocates, corporate partner heroes, and a social gathering not to be missed! Read More
Partners Working Toward a Cure
Several delegates assisted Master of Ceremonies Nicole Johnson in presenting the JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress Awards to our generous partners at the Corporate and Industry Partners Recognition Luncheon. Read More
The Role of a Lifetime
What could a journalist, a race-car driver, a scientist, an actress, and a chef all have in common every single day? If you guessed “type 1 diabetes,” you’d be right—but it’s more than that. The five JDRF celebrity advocates who shared their stories today as Children’s Congress Town Hall Role Models have learned to live with type 1 diabetes (T1D). But more importantly, their lives have all seen remarkable triumphs, despite—and in some ways because of—T1D. Read More
Children’s Congress Photo Gallery:
Join the 161 delegates of JDRF 2013 Children's Congress on a virtual tour of day one! Read More
An Opening Refrain Filled With Promise
“Promise to Remember Me” is the name of their song, and when the 161 delegates of JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress raise their voices, it’s impossible to forget. The performance of […] Read More
The Delegates Are Coming!
Independence Day fireworks have all burned down, but JDRF is amping up the excitement! JDRF Children’s Congress, our flagship advocacy event, takes place in Washington, D.C., next week. This biennial […] Read More
Letters From the Cusp of Childhood/Adult
You might not be able to eat that doughnut when you have high blood sugar, but you can still become a doctor or a famous baseball player. […] Read More
Capitol Hill Essentials
For my trip to Washington, D.C., next month—where I'll be a delegate at JDRF Children's Congress—there are many things I'll need to pack. But most important are all the supplies I need to treat my type 1 diabetes (T1D) so that I can stay as healthy as possible. I've created a video to give you an idea of what it's like to travel with T1D. Read More
Word to the Wise: A T1D Slang Dictionary
Sometimes people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) get so accustomed to our own slang, it’s easy to forget not everyone speaks the same language. Since I'll be attending JDRF Children's Congress as a delegate this summer, I know it's important for me to communicate clearly. So with that in mind, I've compiled a list of my own favorite diabetic slang terms. Read More
Delegate Dos and Don’ts: 10 Ways t
When the 161 delegates of JDRF Children's Congress get to Washington in July, time will fly! Children's Congress Chair Kid Jonathan Platt gives a few tips to help delegates be the most effective advocates they can be, while having the most fun. Read More
My Friend, My Inspiration
Losing a friend is hard, but losing a friend to T1D is harder. By Catrina Curtis (15 years old, Mississippi) I can still remember the exact moment, almost […] Read More
A Numbers Game, or: We Are All Number On
Congratulations, kid, you’re going to Washington! Now what? By Reed Gialketsis (17 years old, Nevada) At this year’s Children’s Congress, 161 kids and teens will gather in Washington, […] Read More
A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
I will control my T1D. My T1D won’t control me. By Amelia Rehrman 11 years old, Pennsylvania Hi! My name is Amelia and I am 11 years old. […] Read More
Final Voting Open for the 2013 Our Every
Final voting is open now through May 28, 2013, 12 PM EDT! Do you share our need for speed in type 1 diabetes (T1D) research progress? Then vote for one […] Read More
Children’s Congress 2013 Welcome M
Dear Delegates: Welcome to the JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress. As you may know, like you, I have type 1 diabetes and I know what it is like to deal with […] Read More
Children’s Congress 2013 Welcome M
Dear Children’s Congress Delegates and Families: Congratulations and welcome to JDRF 2013 Children’s Congress! We all share in your honor in serving as delegates for this remarkable and unique event. […] Read More
Children’s Congress 2013 Welcome M
Dear Children’s Congress Delegates and Families: I am thrilled to join you all here in Washington, D.C., for this incredible event! As event co-chair, I am honored to serve next […] Read More
Welcome Letter from 2011 Children's
It is my honor and sincere pleasure to welcome you to the 2011 Children’s Congress website. This site is the center for our growing collection of Children’s Congress-related web activities, […] Read More
An Introduction from Mary Tyler Moore, J
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Children’s Congress 2011. It is an honor to be leading you during the next few days as we pursue our vital […] Read More
CC11 Tips and Feedback from Facebook Use
I wanted to share some feedback we got from JDRF advocates who submitted their CC11 application via Facebook, see below. Login today to Facebook and submit an application using the […] Read More
Thanks for Participating in the CC11 Con
Yesterday was the final day of the 2011 Children’s Congress (CC11) Contest on Facebook, so thanks to those of you that participated by submitting your applications during August! We’ll be […] Read More
6 Days to Go: Tips to Apply to CC11 This
The first ever Children’s Congress Contest on Facebook (FB) is quickly coming to an end. If you haven’t already submitted your 2011 Children’s Congress (CC11) application on Facebook, you need […] Read More
Why Apply to Children's Congress on
Way back in the old days when I was Chair-Mom of Children's Congress, applicants had to use sticks to scratch their essays onto stone tablets and then have them shipped […] Read More
Tips for Children's Congress Applic
As promised, I wanted to share with you some additional tips on what to include in the letter to your Members of Congress that should be submitted with your 2011 […] Read More
Tips on Applying to Children's Cong
Our team wanted to share some tips with you about preparing your application for the Children's Congress Contest on Facebook. Below we provide some things you should prepare or know before […] Read More
CC11 on FB Picking up Momentum!
Not even 24 hours have passed and we already have nearly 30 applicants for the 2011 Children’s Congress (CC11) who submitted their application via Facebook. I thought I should share […] Read More
JDRF's Children's Congress Hit
Thousands of children have applied over the years but only 150 are selected for each class of delegates to JDRF's Children's Congress. Early in July, JDRF Advocacy launched the application […] Read More
Facebook Announcement Delayed =(
Boo-hooo…. I was so looking forward to making our big announcement on Facebook today! Sadly, I'll have to wait until later this week… we ran into some technological issues and […] Read More
Weekend Update: Special Facebook Announc
I hope you're getting excited about Children's Congress 2011 (CC11), I know I am… especially with all that we've got in store over the next several months! Read More
Third Time's A Charm
It is true what they say: the third time’s the charm. I say this because the first two times I applied for Children’s Congress (for cc 99 and […] Read More
Share the Hope through Children's C
It’s been two days since JDRF Advocacy officially launched the Children's Congress (CC) 2011 application and the number of applicants is growing quickly! Since its inception in 1999, interest in […] Read More
Welcome to 2011 Children's Congress
It is my honor and sincere pleasure to welcome you to the 2011 Children's Congress website. This site is the center for our growing collection of Children's Congress-related web activities, including […] Read More
Day 3: Hill Blitz
Children's Congress 2009 culminated with today's Capitol Hill Blitz. JDRF's message was surely heard this morning in a senate hearing led by Senators Collins and Lieberman. Also in attendance were […] Read More
Celebrity Attendees Announced Today!
Today JDRF announced the celebrities that will be joining us in Washington, D.C., next week. In addition to our International Chairman, Mary Tyler Moore, we will be joined by Nick […] Read More
Get Your 2011 Children's Congress A
Even though the 2009 Children's Congress is rapidly approaching on June 22, it's never too early to start planning for the next Children’s Congress event in June of 2011. Our […] Read More
Congressman Mike Castle, Delaware –
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Congresswoman Diana DeGette, Colorado &#
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Meet Natasha, 2007 Children's Congr
As a Children's Congress delegate in 2007 I met kids and adults from forty-nine other states and six international countries and learned that we shared many experiences living with diabetes. The […] Read More
Senator Blanche Lincoln, Arkansas –
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Senator Susan Collins, Maine – You
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CC, A Blast in the Past!
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CC, A Blast in the Past
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Meet Alan Lewis
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Congrats and Welcome!
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Meet Cynthia Ford
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Meet Albert Ford
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Hi CC2009 Delegates!
We wanted to say hello to you and let you know that we are looking forward to working with you and your families over the next several months as we […] Read More
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Albert Ford: Reflecting on an unforgetta
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VIDEO: Pam Edmonds Chairmom Reflections
Pam Edmonds, Chairmom of JDRF's Children's Congress 2007, reflects on the success of the event and the passion of the delegates and their parents. Read More
VIDEO: Kathy and Hunter Sego Discuss the
Kathy and Hunter Sego from Indiana share their thoughts on the Capitol Hill blitz and their experience at Children's Congress. Read More
PODCAST: Dr. Aaron Kowalski Highlights P
During a Town Hall meeting at JDRF Children's Congress, Dr. Aaron Kowalski addresses question from a delegate on development of the artificial pancreas. Read More
Albert Ford: Congressional Hearing
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VIDEO: Neil Strader on the Congressional
Neil Strader shares his thoughts on Children's Congress and his family's Congressional testimony. Read More
VIDEO: Kim Hawkins Talks About Her Son&#
Kim Hawkins Talks About Her Son's Congressional Testimony. Click the play button or click here. Read More
Albert Ford: Town Hall
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VIDEO: Dexter Bean shares his thoughts a
Dexter Bean joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007). Read More
VIDEO: Adam Morrison of the Charlotte Bo
Adam Morrison of the Charlotte Bobcats joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007). Read More
VIDEO: Dr. Aaron Kowalski
Dr. Aaron Kowalski joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007). Read More
VIDEO: LPGA Professional Michelle McGann
LPGA Professional Michelle McGann joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007). Read More
VIDEO: ESPN's Brian Kenney comments
Brian Kenney moderated a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007). Read More
VIDEO: ESPN's John Saunders
John Saunders of ESPN moderated a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007). Read More
VIDEO: Kendall Simmons shares his though
Kendall Simmons of the Pittsburgh Steelers joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007). Read More
PODCAST: Elliott Yamin comments on JDRF&
American Idol's Elliott Yamin joined the delegates in singing the Promise to Remember Me song on the West Lawn of the Capitol Hill. He comments on JDRF's Children's Congress in […] Read More
PODCAST: Trisha Yearwood at JDRF's
Grammy-award winning singer Trisha Yearwood joined the delegates on the West Lawn of Capitol Hill in singing the Promise to Remember Me song. She shares her thoughts on JDRF's Children's […] Read More
PODCAST: JDRF President and CEO Arnold D
Arnold Donald, President and CEO of JDRF, comments on Children's Congress 2007 shortly after the delegates sang the Promise to Remember Me song on the West lawn of Capitol Hill […] Read More
Albert Ford: "Promise to Remember M
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PODCAST: Promise To Remember Me song
JDRF Children's Congress sings the Promise song on the West Lawn of Capitol Hill (June 18, 2007). American Idol's Elliott Yamin, Grammy Award-Winners Trisha Yearwood and Steve Wariner. Also attending […] Read More
Albert Ford: Arriving in Washington D.C.
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Joseph Bailey: Sharing my story is a wal
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Kaitlin Webb: Anyone can make a differen
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Jennifer Stepaniak: Let's give
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Allison Blass, age 21, 2001 CC delegate
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Congressman Zack Space – Ohio R
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Senator Joseph Lieberman – Connect
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Jack Eckstrom: 5-year-old diabetes educa
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Kaitlin Webb: Making heads turn
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Pam & Holland: Less than 2 weeks to
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Congresswoman Diana DeGette – Colo
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Joseph Bailey: I made front page news!
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Kaitlin Webb: Less Than 3 Weeks To Go
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Jack Eckstrom's Expectations (By Hi
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Jennifer Stepaniak: On A Mission
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Congressman Mike Castle – Delaware
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Joseph Bailey: We All Have One Thing in
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Erica Rodebush: Eager to Make a Differen
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Jennifer Stepaniak: The Greatest Gift
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Joseph Bailey: What A Cure Would Mean To
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Pam & Holland: Children's Congr
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Senator Blanche Lincoln – Arkansas
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Jack Eckstrom: A Poem
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Kaitlin Webb: I'd Rather Not
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Jennifer Stepaniak, 17, WI – The g
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Senator Susan Collins – Maine R
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Jack Eckstrom, 5, CA – Diabetes St
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Kaitlin Webb, 15, WA – My Friends
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Welcome Letter from JDRF President and C
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Joseph Bailey, 11, GA – How Diabet
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