T1D TOUBKAL TREK

Join us as we take on an extraordinary challenge to summit Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, standing at 4,167 meters (13,671 ft) above sea level. We begin our trek on 2nd October 2024.

Our diverse group of 14 adventurers, ranging from 20 to 70 years old, includes individuals who have been living with type 1 diabetes for periods spanning one year to almost 68 years since diagnosis. In a remarkable celebration of life and resilience, this long-term team member will be marking his 70th birthday on the summit of Mount Toubkal! This milestone not only showcases the indomitable spirit of those living with type 1 diabetes but also serves as a powerful reminder that age and chronic conditions need not limit our dreams and achievements.

Type 1 diabetes is a condition where the body cannot produce insulin, a hormone essential to life. Without insulin, the body cannot process glucose, leading to potentially life-threatening complications. For those with type 1 diabetes, insulin is not simply a medication – it's a lifeline that must be carefully managed every single day without ever having a break.

By supporting our climb, you'll be contributing to vital research for better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. Every step we take on this journey – culminating in a birthday celebration atop North Africa's highest peak – represents hope for a future where insulin is accessible for all, management is simpler, and a cure is within reach.

Together, we can reach new heights in the challenges posed by type 1 diabetes and make a real difference in the lives of those who depend on insulin every day.

Your support, no matter how big or small, will make a lasting impact on the type 1 diabetes community, and help us turn this exciting challenge into a beacon of hope for all.

Thank you!