Transforming Diabetes Care in Nigeria

A Home for Everyone
Touched by Diabetes

Our vision is to transform diabetes care across Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa through education, patient support, and research — building healthier, more informed communities one life at a time.

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1 in 4
Nigerians at risk
of diabetes
3
Core programmes
running
100%
Non-profit &
community-driven

What We Do

Three Pillars of Impact

Everything we do is built around three interconnected missions: equip people with knowledge, walk alongside them in daily life, and generate evidence that shapes better care across Nigeria.

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Diabetes Education

Structured, community-based education programmes that empower patients, families, and healthcare workers with evidence-based knowledge about prevention, management, and self-care.

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Patient Support

Safe spaces, support groups, and one-to-one guidance that help people living with diabetes navigate the physical, emotional, and social challenges of managing a lifelong condition.

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Research

Generating local evidence on diabetes burden, barriers to care, and intervention effectiveness — contributing to policies and practices that improve outcomes across Sub-Saharan Africa.

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DWF team working with community members

Our Story

Built on Compassion,
Driven by Purpose

Diabetes Wellness Foundation (DWF) Nigeria was founded on the belief that no one should face diabetes alone — and that the right information, in the right hands, saves lives. We are a CAC-registered non-profit serving communities across Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Our Vision: A Nigeria where every person affected by diabetes has access to quality education, compassionate support, and evidence-based care.

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Our Approach: Community-centred, culturally-sensitive, and grounded in clinical evidence. We meet people where they are — in their language, in their communities.

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Our Reach: Operating across Nigeria with growing connections to the wider Sub-Saharan Africa diabetes research and advocacy community.

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Flagship Programme

The GEMS
Programme

The GEMS Diabetes Education Programme is our flagship structured education course, designed for Nigerians living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Built around four evidence-based pillars — Glucose, Exercise & Eating, Medication, and Self-management — GEMS equips you with the knowledge and skills to live well with diabetes.

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Glucose Monitoring, HbA1c targets, understanding your numbers
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Exercise & Eating Nutrition, portion control, insulin sensitivity & movement
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Medication Oral agents, injectables, adherence and titration
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Self-management Education, behaviour change and daily decision-making
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Four Pillars.
One Goal.
Living Well.
GEMS is not a lecture — it is a structured, evidence-based journey through four pillars that build real skills, confidence, and lasting habits. Adapted for Nigerian communities and delivered by DEFP-certified facilitators.
4 Pillars Group Format Facilitator-Led Free to Attend Yorùbá · Hausa · Igbo
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Online Training
Diabetes Education Facilitator Programme

Self-paced · 7 modules · Certificate on completion

7
Learning Modules
100%
Evidence-Based
Free
For All Nurses

Train. Lead. Transform.

Become a Diabetes
Education Facilitator

The Diabetes Education Facilitator Programme (DEFP) trains registered nurses and allied health professionals to deliver high-quality diabetes education in their own communities. Developed for the Nigerian healthcare context and mapped to international guidelines.

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100% Online & Self-Paced

Complete the 7 modules on your own schedule, anywhere, from any device.

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Certificate & Facilitator Toolkit

Receive a digital certificate plus a full toolkit of education resources on completion.

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Multilingual Resources

Patient education materials available in English, Hausa, Yorùbá, and Igbo.

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Stay Connected

Events & Resources

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Coming
Soon

Free Diabetes Screening Day

Walk-in blood sugar checks and consultations with certified diabetes educators. Open to all — no appointment needed.

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Coming
Soon

Living Well with Diabetes Workshop

A half-day workshop on managing diabetes through nutrition, exercise, and everyday habits tailored to Nigerian life.

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Coming
Soon

Caregiver Support Circle

A safe space for family members and caregivers to share experiences and receive practical guidance from our team.

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Video Highlights

2025

World Diabetes Day 2025 Webinar

Expert discussions on diabetes prevention, management, and community action across Nigeria.

Past EventEducation
2023

World Diabetes Day 2023 Webinar

Raising awareness and sharing insights on diabetes care in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Past EventEducation
Person checking blood sugar
EducationApril 2026

Blood Sugar Monitoring: A Practical Guide

Everything you need to know about monitoring your blood glucose at home — what the numbers mean and what to do when readings are off.

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Doctor consulting patient
EducationMarch 2026

Understanding Type 2 Diabetes: A Guide for Nigerians

What every Nigerian needs to know about risk factors, early signs, and prevention of Type 2 diabetes.

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Healthy Nigerian food
NutritionFebruary 2026

Eating Well with Diabetes: Nigerian Foods That Help

A practical guide to managing blood sugar through everyday Nigerian meals and food choices.

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