Advocacy and Policy Change
At Diabetes Victoria, we are committed to improving the lives of people affected by diabetes. A key part of this commitment is working with government and policymakers to address the challenges faced by people living with diabetes and their families.
Advocating for all Victorians is at the heart of what we do. We do this to ensure the voices of our every Victorian community are heard and their needs are met.
On this page, you will find all the ways we work to influence meaningful policy change. This includes submissions we make to government, parliamentary inquiries and state and federal budget proposals, as well as reports like our Diabetes: Testing Times document, which highlights the real-life experiences and barriers faced by the diabetes community.
We use these tools to inform and influence decision-makers about critical issues, such as:
- the need for affordable healthcare
- equitable access to diabetes supplies and services
- and stronger prevention programs
By presenting evidence-based recommendations and sharing the stories of those affected by diabetes, we aim to build a healthcare system that supports everyone, no matter where they live or what type of diabetes they have.
Our advocacy efforts are shaped by the insights and feedback we receive from the diabetes community. We will continue to work together to create a world in which diabetes can do no harm.
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Health services and diabetes policy statement
Read Diabetes Victoria’s recommendations for health reforms to deliver better care for people affected by diabetes.
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Diabetes Victoria’s response to the 2025-26 Victorian state budget
In 2024, Diabetes Victoria made a submission to the Victorian Government which recommended priority areas for investment in the 2025-26 state budget.
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Victorian state budget submission
Diabetes is now affecting more than one in seven Victorians, including those undiagnosed or at high risk. In response, Diabetes Victoria recently submitted a state budget proposal to the Victorian Government, calling for action to address this growing health crisis.
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Parliamentary Friends of People Affected by Diabetes
Diabetes Victoria is proud to support the Parliamentary Friends of People Affected by Diabetes Group in the Victorian State Parliament.
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Join the Movement: Advocate for Access to Diabetes Technology
Diabetes Victoria is advocating for people with all types of diabetes to have equitable access to affordable diabetes technologies.
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Diabetes. Testing times
By 2026, over 500,000 Victorians will be diagnosed with diabetes. With support and resources, diabetes can be well managed, and people affected by diabetes can live long, healthy and happy lives.
