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Equitable Care for Diverse Individuals and Populations

(F25) Mission Possible: The A-TEAM Approach to Diabetes Advocacy

Friday, August 7, 2026
3:50 PM - 4:35 PM ET
CE: .75 CE
Step into a high-energy, interactive experience inspired by the legendary A-TEAM. Through a pop-culture-infused activity, attendees will explore how individual strengths, strategic planning, and powerful partnerships come together to accomplish mission-driven advocacy. Every advocate brings unique skills to the table. This session will help you discover your advocacy style, connect with others, and build practical strategies to advance diabetes initiatives – whether you have five minutes or five hours. Find renewed energy, fresh ideas, and actionable tools to create systemic change. Join the team, take action, and make a difference! This session will be collaborative and may include interactive elements. Please arrive on time to help ensure a smooth and engaging experience for all participants. Seating is limited.

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
  • Identify key roles, strengths, and partnership strategies that drive effective diabetes advocacy at individual, organizational, and policy levels.
  • Apply the A-TEAM advocacy framework to design realistic, time-efficient action plans that advance diabetes initiatives within their profession or community.
  • Demonstrate collaborative techniques that unify diverse voices to influence systems, improve care, and expand access for people with diabetes.
Disclosure(s):
Janet E. Benefield, MS, RDN, LD, CDCES: No financial relationships to disclose
Gina R. Ward, MS, RDN, CDCES: No relevant disclosure to display
Carol J. Howe, PhD, RN, CDCES, FAAN: No financial relationships to disclose