World Diabetes Day

Saturday 14 November

Each year on 14 November, people around the world mark World Diabetes Day. It’s a moment to recognise the millions of people living with diabetes worldwide, and the whānau, friends and health professionals who support them.

The date marks the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin in 1921. Around the world, the blue circle is worn as a symbol of the global diabetes community standing together.

The theme for World Diabetes Day 2026–27 is Early Action on Diabetes, encouraging earlier diagnosis, faster access to care and better health for all. Diabetes Action Month supports this call by tackling one of the biggest barriers to early action: stigma.

In Aotearoa, World Diabetes Day falls in the middle of Diabetes Action Month. Show your support by wearing blue, or take part in a community event near you.

Silver Lining: World Diabetes Day film screening – Auckland

Join us for a special screening ofSilver Lining, a short film by New Zealand filmmaker Harriett Maire, exploring her personal journey with type 1 diabetes.

Where: Takapuna Beachside Cinemas, 34 Anzac Street, Takapuna, Auckland

When: Saturday 14 November, 2:30pm–4:30pm

The documentary will start promptly at 3pm. Please arrive from 2:30pm and allow plenty of time to arrive and find parking in Takapuna.

The screening will be followed by our annual awards presentation and an opportunity for light nibbles and mingling, with beverages available for purchase at the cinema.

Tickets: Book your tickets now as limited seats are available. Tickets are subsidised with payment plans available, but if cost is a barrier, please get in touch.

Please note: Due to its thoughtful and emotional subject matter, the short film is primarily aimed at teenagers and adults, although families with younger children are welcome to attend.

Silver Lining is one of the Day One Shorts series of short films by emerging young filmmakers from Aotearoa New Zealand. Day One Shorts is produced by Connected Media with support from NZ On Air in association with Whakaata Māori and RNZ.

Not in Auckland? Silver Lining will be available online for all to view along with real-life stories.

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