Lochlan's Legacy

Who we are

Lochlan’s Legacy aims to empower the type1Diabetes community and general public by,

advance education on and raise awareness of type 1 diabetes by providing information, training and guidance by hosting events, including partnership with other organisations.

educate the public on the issues on type1diabetes via awareness sessions, website, conferences and information sessions, reduce stigma and promote a positive attitude for people living with the condition, offer online resources and face-face awareness training sessions, allow access to further training and ongoing support;

promote understanding of type1diabetes and of the support available to those with experience of type1diabetes

promote understanding and improvement of the rights of those with experience of type1diabetes to combat prejudice with such experience to allow inclusion and promote a positive attitude via awareness and understanding of the condition.

advance health by promoting support and providing services to those with experience of  type1diabetes and provide a community base to share experiences and further their knowledge of the condition.

Lochlan, 16, founded the charity a few weeks before his 12th birthday, to raise awareness and understanding of Type 1 Diabetes, breakdown barriers, reduce stigma, promote youth voice, and build a strong community, with a focus on sport. Lochlan has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 10 years and believes that lived experience is an excellent way to drive change and offer support, which is desperately needed.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Lochlan’s Legacy is committed to promoting diversity and encourages relationships and pertnerships from all sections of the community.