Global Diabetes Initiatives

01/05/2026

Happy New Month

As we begin a new month, it’s a good moment to refocus on our health, our wellbeing, and the importance of staying connected as a community.

Physical activity remains one of the most effective ways to prevent and manage Type 2 diabetes. At Global Diabetes Initiatives, we are committed to making this practical, accessible and part of everyday life.

Each week, we bring this to life through:

Serve for Life Tennis Project

KIDOF (Kick Type 2 Diabetes Out Football Tournament)

Step with Purpose – A Journey of Prevention (Walking Programme)

These programmes are designed to be inclusive and welcoming, giving people of all ages the opportunity to stay active, improve their health, and build meaningful social connections.

Every Saturday, we provide: • Free, open-access sessions
• Equipment for all participants
• A supportive and safe environment
• A focus on diabetes prevention, mental wellbeing and community connection

We are seeing more people join us each week, which reflects both the need and the value of community-led prevention work.

This is not just about physical activity—it is about creating sustainable habits, reducing health risks, and supporting people to live healthier, more connected lives.

If you are ready to take a positive step for your health, or would like to support this work, we welcome you to get involved.

Take control of your health. Let this be the month you prioritise prevention.

22/03/2026

Building Healthier Communities Through Partnership

Yesterday in Wolverhampton, Global Diabetes Initiatives (GDI) had the privilege of delivering community health education and free health checks at Seek the Saviour Gospel Church.

Our team provided screening for diabetes, blood pressure, and BMI, alongside an informative prostate cancer awareness talk delivered by Derrick Gidden, emphasising the importance of early detection and proactive health management.

The day was both impactful and inspiring, engaging the community in meaningful conversations around prevention, healthy lifestyles, and regular health checks.

Special thanks to:

Seek the Saviour Gospel Church for the invitation and warm hospitality

Derrick Gidden for an insightful and powerful session on prostate cancer awareness

Our dedicated GDI screening team for their continued commitment to serving communities

At GDI, we remain committed to empowering communities through education, early detection, and prevention.

Together, we are creating healthier futures.

12/03/2026

⚽ Kick Diabetes Out Football (KIDOF)!

Join us this Saturday, 14th March at 10am for FREE Football & Walking Football sessions at Fowler Park, 107 Nine Alms Lane, Wolverhampton WV10 9AW.

Open to young people (11–17), adults (18–50), and walking football (50+).

Come along, bring your team, and help us kick diabetes out of our community! 💙⚽

26/02/2026

EmpowerHer Health!
Celebrating International Women’s Day

9 March 2026
Bob Jones Community Hub, Wolverhampton
10AM – 2:30PM

FREE ENTRY + REFRESHMENTS + NETWORKING

STALLS AVAILABLE!
They are going quickly — book immediately!

REGISTER HERE:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-MFK8zTHNkExyIoLPyJzrOzLdCNw86d7djQfjIAt5c1PLQA/viewform?usp=header

For enquiries & stalls, contact:
Dr Matilda Chongwa 07888 633977
[email protected]

Tell a sister, bring a sister

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Empower Her Health – International Women’s Day event Attendance Form

19/02/2026

The launch of the Global Diabetes Initiatives Diabetes and Emotional Wellbeing Centre today was a truly meaningful and successful occasion.

I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Tony Kelly, our special guest, for taking the time to join us and support this important milestone. My thanks also go to Jarrett from Another Diabetes CIC for your presence and continued commitment to improving diabetes awareness and community health.

A special thank you to Centric Community Projects, under the leadership of Julie Ion, for providing us with this centre and supporting our vision to serve the community. Your partnership and commitment to community wellbeing have made this important step possible.

We are especially grateful to the Birmingham community, whose engagement and encouragement continue to inspire our work, as well as to our dedicated volunteers and the entire Global Diabetes Initiatives team for their professionalism, hard work, and passion in making this launch possible.

Today marks an important step forward in strengthening prevention, support, and emotional wellbeing services for our communities, and we look forward to continuing this journey together.

Thank you all for being part of this important moment.

Dr Matilda Chongwa
Chief Executive Director
Global Diabetes Initiatives

17/02/2026

Global Diabetes Initiatives is opening Diabetes & Emotional Support Centre in Birmingham

We are pleased to announce the official launch of the Global Diabetes Initiatives (GDI) Diabetes & Emotional Support Centre in Birmingham, marking an important step in expanding our community health and prevention work across the West Midlands.

This new centre will serve as a hub for diabetes prevention, early detection, emotional wellbeing support, health education, and community partnerships, strengthening access to practical support for individuals and families.

Through this expansion, GDI continues its commitment to working collaboratively with community organisations, healthcare partners, universities, volunteers, and local residents to reduce health inequalities and promote healthier lives.

📍 36 Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, B3 3JY
🕚 Launch Time: 11:00 AM

We welcome organisations, stakeholders, and community members interested in collaboration, research, outreach programmes, or partnership opportunities to connect with us.

Together, we can build stronger, healthier communities through prevention, education, and support.

15/02/2026

⚽ COMMUNITY FOOTBALL CLUBS — LET’S PARTNER

Global Diabetes Initiatives is expanding the Kick Diabetes Out Football (KIDOF) programme and looking to work with local football clubs, coaches, and community teams.

Together we can deliver free football & walking football sessions, health education, and inclusive opportunities for youth, adults, and 50+.

👉 Know a club or organisation? Please tag them or connect us.

📞 07888 633977 | 📧 [email protected]

11/02/2026

Big Announcement

We are very excited to share that Global Diabetes Initiatives (GDI) has been awarded National Lottery funding to deliver our Kick Diabetes Out Football (KIDOF) Project.

This funding will help us deliver football and walking football sessions, alongside diabetes awareness and health education, across:

Whitmore Reans
Blakenhall
Heath Town
Low Hill / Bushbury
Bilston

The project will support young people, adults, and older adults to become more active, improve their health, and reduce the risk of diabetes while bringing communities together.

A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who plays National Lottery games — your support makes projects like this possible and helps us continue transforming lives through sport, prevention, and wellbeing.

Special thanks also to Sport England for supporting us to make our communities healthier and more active.

If you would like to get involved, partner with us, or join sessions, please contact us.

26/01/2026

🎾 Community Tennis Every Saturday! 🎾

Our session last Saturday at West Park was full of movement, encouragement and fun — great energy from everyone who joined.

We’re now doing this every Saturday, 10am–11am at West Park, Wolverhampton.
Free & open to everyone — no experience needed and we provide all equipment.

Supporting healthier communities through diabetes prevention, mental wellbeing and social connection — one session at a time.

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Join us next week!

25/12/2025