Fundacja Pedra logo
Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
AGD Bologna logo
Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Asociación UNO logo
Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

DTO Project
Diabetes Type Opportunity

Diabetes Type Opportunity (DTO) is a European initiative that supports young people living with Type 1 Diabetes in developing confidence, independence and social participation.

About the project
Illustration representing the Diabetes Type Opportunity project

Activities

DTO (Diabetes Type: Opportunity!) is structured around key activities (work packages). Each contributes to empowering young people with Type 1 Diabetes through education, collaboration, and innovative learning tools.

Research and analysis (2024-2026)

Icon of a human brain with a lightning bolt symbol representing energy or activation Icon of a human brain with a lightning bolt symbol representing energy or activation
Icon of a human brain with a lightning bolt symbol representing energy or activation

Digital tools and DTO web platform (2024-2026)

Icon of a laboratory microscope with a lens and base structure Icon of a laboratory microscope with a lens and base structure
Icon of a laboratory microscope with a lens and base structure

Local training and awareness (2024-2026)

Icon of a drinking glass filled with water and a checkmark symbol Icon of a drinking glass filled with water and a checkmark symbol
Icon of a drinking glass filled with water and a checkmark symbol

Youth Ambassadors training (2024-2026)

Icon of a human foot with two lightning bolt symbols indicating impact or sensitivity Icon of a human foot with two lightning bolt symbols indicating impact or sensitivity
Icon of a human foot with two lightning bolt symbols indicating impact or sensitivity

Travel with Type 1, with confidence

DTO helps young people with Type 1 Diabetes join exchanges, study, volunteering and travel without barriers. Get the practical toolkit, country guides and emergency phrase cards.

Get your free copy of the DTO Toolkit Meet people involved in DTO
Emergency phrases that could save your life Your Travel Checklist Your T1D keys for mobility

Results

DTO produces a set of tangible outputs to support young people with Type 1 Diabetes, youth workers and organisations involved in non-formal education. These results include practical guides, toolkits and training materials available to all partners and the public.

T1D Travel Toolkit

A multilingual resource that helps young people with Type 1 Diabetes prepare safely and confidently for travel and mobility activities.

Access Arrow pointing up right

Infographics

A set of promotional ideas and visuals designed to raise awareness of Type 1 Diabetes and encourage youth engagement.

Access Arrow pointing up right

Discover the essentials

The DTO T1D Toolkit is a step-by-step guide to achieving your travel goals as a young person with type 1 diabetes!

Practical guide for young travellers with Type 1 Diabetes. Covers packing, airport security, medication storage, time zones, emergency phrases and country tips.

Carry insulin and devices in hand luggage; use cooling pouch; keep items labelled in original packaging; bring doctor's certificate in English + local language; pack 2-3x supplies, spare batteries and backup devices; pumps and sensors may need manual inspection at security; monitor more often on travel days.

EHIC gives access to public care for necessary treatment during temporary stays; it does not cover private services or all supplies. Add travel or private insurance for diabetes-related care, device replacement and repatriation. Save local hospitals and emergency numbers before departure.

Hypo: take 15 g fast sugar; recheck in 15 minutes. Severe symptoms or unconscious: use glucagon and call emergency services. DKA signs: nausea, abdominal pain, fast breathing, fruity breath; seek urgent care. Always carry glucose, glucagon, medical ID, EHIC/insurance and your plan.

Emergency numbers: ES 061 or 112, IT 118 or 112, PL 999 or 112. National associations: Spain SED/FEDE, Italy FAND/AGD/SID, Poland PSD/PTD. Prefer public hospitals that accept EHIC; private clinics may require upfront payment.

Key phrases to explain your condition quickly. Examples: “Ho il diabete di tipo 1.” “I need medical help.” “Potrzebuję insuliny.” “Por favor llame a una ambulancia.” Keep a printed card or a phone note with translations.

Visual summaries for workshops and socials: emergency numbers, airport checklist, what to pack, hypo/hyper steps.

Partners

Meet the partner organisations collaborating in the DTO project.

Fundacja Pedra

Fundacja Pedra

Coordinator • Poland

Website Icon
Warsaw-based NGO specialising in international cooperation and youth empowerment. It connects diverse organisations to foster inclusion, digital skills and active citizenship across Europe, facilitating non-formal education projects, social entrepreneurship and cross-border mobility.
UNO

UNO

Partner • Spain

Website Icon
Valencia-based non-profit founded in 2021 dedicated to lifelong learning, emotional intelligence and youth work. Through training courses, Erasmus+ partnerships and inclusive practices it empowers young people across Europe to engage, learn and act.
AGD Bologna

AGD Bologna

Partner • Italy

Website Icon
Volunteer association founded in 1981 that supports over 600 families with Type 1 Diabetes in the Bologna region. It provides peer-support, educational camps, research collaborations and awareness campaigns to improve life-quality and inclusion for young people living with T1D.
Learn more about the project

Disclaimers

Co-funded by the European Union and Creative Commons BY-NC-ND 4.0

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

Unless stated otherwise, materials produced as part of DTO are made available under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International license (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).

2024-2025 Diabetes Type: Opportunity! (DTO project) • Made with Astro by merakeen studio • Project No. 2024-1-IT03-KA210-YOU-000252459