Overview

The 5th Symposium on Diabetes in Humanitarian Crises will be held on October 16–17, 2025, at the Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) offices in Geneva, Switzerland, with virtual participation available. Hosted by the International Alliance for Diabetes Action (IADA) in collaboration with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and supported by The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, the event will convene researchers, healthcare providers, and humanitarian actors to address the challenges and opportunities of diabetes care in crisis settings.