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Breakthrough T1D Technology Discovery Event: Belfast

Join our family-friendly type 1 diabetes technology discovery event in Belfast.
Location: Riddel Hall, Belfast Date: Saturday 9 May 2026 Time: 9.30am to 3pm Price: Free

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About the event

Join us on Saturday 9 May 2026 for an exciting in-person event raising awareness of Breakthrough T1D and bringing the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community together.

At the event, you can expect to receive expert advice from local healthcare professionals and the information from Breakthrough T1D on:

  • Managing daily life with T1D
  • Mental wellbeing and living with type 1
  • The latest technology and tools that can make life with T1D easier
  • Supporting physical activity with type 1

You’ll have the chance to ask plenty of questions and connect with others in the T1D community.

Location: Riddel Hall Main Reception, Old Building, 185 Stranmillis Road, BT9 5EE  View on Google Maps.

What to expect

Speaker sessions

Throughout the day, a variety of speakers will share their lived experiences, professional expertise and the latest research advancements.

Attendees can also explore the Technology Exhibition to interact with the latest devices, seek advice on access issues and address any questions about diabetes technology.

Community and peer support

Our discovery days are centered around bringing the T1D community together. So, at this event, we will be running sessions centered on peer support.

During these sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about specific type 1 related topics, share your experiences within them and connect with others who share similar interests.

Cost

This is a free* event.

Different ticket options available:

  • Full admission: Attend the whole day – this includes the speaker sessions and the technology exhibition.
  • Tech exhibition only: Just drop into the technology exhibition at your own convenience.

*any donations made at the point of registering are welcome and will help us continue our pioneering work. 

Register today!

Accessibility information

All the rooms booked for this event are accessible. There is a ramp at the side of the main entrance and a lift in the glass link corridor. Accessible bathrooms are available on each floor, and guide dogs/service animals are welcome.

If you have any other requirements that you’d like us to be aware of, please let us know by emailing us at outreach@breakthrought1d.org.uk.

Please note that if you have any access needs, we kindly request that you inform us as early as possible, so we have sufficient time to make the necessary arrangements. While we will do our best to accommodate your needs, we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met.

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