Volunteer with us
People like you help us fight for a world where diabetes can do no harm. We can’t do it without you. Share your existing skills or learn some new ones. We’ll support you all the way.
Find a volunteering opportunity
Volunteer and gain new skills
There's so much to get from volunteering with us. Build your CV, gain confidence or expand your network, we have something for everyone.
Hear from our volunteers
Thinking of volunteering? Meet some of our volunteers from across the UK to hear their experiences.
Expenses and essentials
What you can expect from us - from training to safety and support, claiming expenses, raising concerns and our volunteer strategy.
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What we can do with your help
Every hour you give helps us with our work to fight diabetes.
Our volunteering system: Assemble
Assemble makes it easier for you to connect with others, find out about opportunities across the charity and hear more about our wider work.
Diabetes Lived Experience Advisory Committee
The Diabetes Lived Experience Advisory Committee (DLEA) is a voluntary group of people affected by diabetes, bringing the collective voice of people living with diabetes to the heart of our plans and work, through regular consultation and involvement.
Diabetes Communities in Action
Diabetes Communities in Action is a community network of individuals affected by or at risk of diabetes. Their unique insights, knowledge and experience help drive positive change in our work.
Peer Support Principles
Find out more about our peer support principles for groups.
Join one of our walking challenges with family and friends
A nice way to bond, get healthier and fundraise for a better future for people with diabetes.
Support our research
Adopt one of our projects, give your time or share your ideas.