African American Diabetes Association
OUR MISSION
The African American Diabetes Association (AADA) is a national tax-exempt 501c3 nonprofit organization that seeks to educate African Americans and the general public about diabetes. We work to assist those impacted to manage and prevent diabetes (including type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and pre-diabetes). AADA is passionate, serious, and committed to diabetes prevention and educational programs that work to end health disparities. We advocate for African Americans affected by diabetic conditions and empower African Americans to maximize their quality of life and raise public consciousness while advancing the search for a universal cure.
We serve as a voice for Black Americans with or at risk of diabetes, addressing the alarming health disparities caused by a legacy of systemic racism. These disparities include restricted healthcare access and unethical medical practices that disproportionately harm Black communities.
OUR INSPRATION
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Building on the legacy of Negro Health Week, we're dedicated to addressing health inequities, especially the disproportionate burden of diabetes in Black communities. Existing efforts haven't closed the gap, with Black Americans experiencing diabetes rates nearly double those of non-Hispanic whites. The COVID-19 pandemic further exposed this disparity. Our vision is a future where Black communities have the resources they need to prevent and effectively manage diabetes.
OUR HISTORY
Black Americans are disproportionately impacted by type 2 diabetes, facing nearly double the diagnosis rates of non-Hispanic whites. The COVID-19 pandemic further exposed these disparities, highlighting the need for targeted solutions.
The African American Diabetes Association (AADA) is a national non-profit organization led by Black people to address this critical health issue. The AADA understands the unique challenges Black communities face and is committed to providing culturally relevant resources, such as educational materials in African American dialects and culturally sensitive healthcare information. They also advocate for improved healthcare access to ensure Black Americans have the tools they need to manage their diabetes and live healthy lives.
The AADA is carrying the torch forward, building on the legacy of Black leaders
who have long fought for health equity in the United States. ©
OUR VISION
Through bold action and partnerships, the African American Diabetes Association (AADA) will mobilize individuals and organizations to implement innovative programs and community engagement strategies that reduce risks, improve care, and save lives.
Our vision is to eradicate the racial inequities in diabetes care by providing culturally relevant resources, advocacy, and evidence-based interventions for prevention, treatment, and research.
AADA believes that high-quality diabetes care and education should be available to every individual, in all communities. Unfortunately, individuals from some racial and ethnic groups are at a higher risk for diabetes and the complications of diabetes. We’ve seen the impact of those systemic social and health inequities with COVID-19 across our country, and we see them every day with prediabetes and diabetes in our own communities. To improve health outcomes for people with prediabetes, diabetes and cardiometabolic diseases the AADA is working in partnership with community stakeholders to prevent or delay more cases of type 2 diabetes. AADA believes that we can address these health inequities.
The AADA believes that as Americans we must work to address the disproportional burden of disease health inequities placed on communities of color. As a new and emerging national organization, AADA is developing and building a national outreach and education strategy to address the challenges of diabetes in the African American community that will ensure optimal health and quality of life a reality for African American (Black) communities throughout our country.