Who’s That Type 1?
See the person,not thecondition.
Changing the way we see Type 1 Diabetes.
Dais Amphitheater, Marousi (Doukas School)
Free entrance · RSVP requiredFrom Myrto, Founder of Who’s That Type 1?
My motivation is to make sure no one with Type 1 diabetes ever feels alone.Meet Myrto & read our story
Making the invisible visible
Type 1 diabetes is visible.Sensors.Pumps.Insulin.Alarms.
But most of living with it isn’t.
We want to make the invisible visible.
Who’s That Type 1? 2026
The 2026 event
A Day in the Life with Type 1 Diabetes
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On the occasion of World Diabetes Day 2026, the evening invites you to experience the invisible decisions, challenges and mental load involved in living with Type 1 diabetes.
This year, we chose the theme “A Day in the Life with Type 1 Diabetes” to show the daily struggles and constant background noise that comes with handling this condition.
The Program
Welcome Remarks
Christos Stergiou | Just the Dad & Master of Ceremonies
Keynote Speech & Introduction to Who’s That Type 1? Fundraising Effort Towards a T1D Cure
A conversation with Myrto about Who’s That Type 1?, led by Iliana Magra | Kathimerini
Everything Is Fine: Myrto Stergiou | Founder, Who’s That Type 1?
A Day in the Life with Type 1 Diabetes: Spotlight Sessions & Decision Lab
Spotlight Sessions
- Diabetes Tech
- Dana Roseman | Director of Applied Research & Metabolic Health, Integrated Diabetes Services (Prerecorded Contribution)
- The Mental Load
- Dr. Elina Gkika | Director of Mental Health & Diabetes Educator, Hygeia Hospital
- The Highs & Lows
- Dr. Christos Bartsokas | Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Interactive Decision Lab
Led by Christos Stergiou | Just the Dad
The Outsider’s Guide to Type 1 Diabetes
Fireside Chat
Nikos Portokaloglou | Songwriter, Guitarist, Singer & Producer
Myrto Stergiou | Founder, Who’s That Type 1?
Dr. Christos Bartsokas | T1D Dad, Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Moderated by Tasoula Eptakili | Kathimerini
Closing Remarks
Christos Stergiou | Just the Dad & Master of Ceremonies
Wine & Cheese
The main-stage program will be conducted in English, and the fireside chat in Greek. Simultaneous interpretation between English and Greek will be available through headsets.
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Beneficiary
How donating works
Your donation will support research towards a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Funds raised will be transferred to Breakthrough T1D, a leading global nonprofit dedicated to T1D research and advocacy. It funds promising research at universities and other institutions worldwide, helping turn scientific discoveries into life-changing treatments and working tirelessly towards a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Our 2026 fundraising campaign will continue until December 31.
Transparency
Each year, Who’s That Type 1 will publish on our website the total raised during the previous year and any transaction fees deducted. Once all transfers are complete, we will also publish confirmation of the amount received by Breakthrough T1D to support research towards a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. We will share all such details with donors by email.
Research donations are accounted for separately and are not used to fund our annual event. We are grateful to our corporate sponsors, who cover all expenses associated with the evening.
Who’s That Type 1 is a registered civil nonprofit company (AMKE) in Greece. We are committed to publishing an annual financial report detailing our income and expenditure.
Who’s That Type 1? 2025
Last year’s event
people attended Who’s That Type 1? 2025.
The 2025 Who’s That Type 1? event brought together students, families, people living with Type 1 diabetes and leaders in education and medicine for a shared conversation about awareness and inclusion.
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We welcome conversations with companies and organizations that want to support Type 1 diabetes awareness, sponsor our main event or contribute to fundraising towards a cure. Get in touch to explore a partnership.
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Who’s That Type 1?
A youth-led Type 1 diabetes awareness initiative, created to change the way people see the condition.
We move beyond numbers, devices and assumptions to focus on the people and lived experiences behind Type 1 diabetes. Alongside our awareness work, we are fundraising to support research towards a cure for Type 1 diabetes. Who’s That Type 1? is an independent non-profit company registered in Greece.
Why I started Who’s That Type 1?
I’m Myrto Stergiou. I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in October 2019, when I was seven years old.
I started Who’s That Type 1? because I wanted people to understand the person and the daily life behind the condition, not only what they can see. My motivation is to make sure no one with Type 1 diabetes ever feels alone.
In the Media
- Kathimerini«Ο διαβήτης μου έχει μάθει πολλά»Myrto’s feature interview in the Sunday edition of Kathimerini · 28 June 2026Read →
- ProtagonΟ άθλος της ΜυρτώςProtagon’s report on the 2025 event, with Myrto at its center · 19 November 2025Read →
- Protagon«Εχω Διαβήτη Τύπου 1. Το μόνο που ζητώ είναι να με ακούσετε»Myrto’s 2025 Protagon article for World Diabetes Day · 13 November 2025Read →
- St Cats ChatsPodcast sessionOur session on the St Cats Chats podcast, on SpotifyListen →
- ProtagonΣήμερα και ακόμη 364 ημέρες αγώνα τον χρόνοA father’s attempt to describe life with T1D to outsidersRead →
Event FAQ
Good to know before you come
When and where is this year’s event?
November 25th, 2026, 18:00–21:00, at the Dais Amphitheater, Marousi (Doukas School). Closing remarks run from 20:10–20:15, followed by Wine & Cheese from 20:15–21:00.
Is entrance free?
Yes, entrance is free. You do need to RSVP to attend: please register to sign up for the evening.
Do I need to register?
Yes – registration is mandatory. Please use any Register button to open the event registration form and complete the process.
What language will it be in?
The main-stage program will be conducted in English, and the fireside chat in Greek. Simultaneous interpretation between English and Greek will be available through headsets.
What happens during the event?
Through multiple sessions and Myrto’s Keynote Speech, we will showcase A Day in the Life with Type 1 Diabetes. See the full event program.
Where will the money go?
All proceeds will support research towards a cure for Type 1 diabetes. Details on the beneficiary, how donating works and transparency are shown on the fundraising page.
Can my company get involved?
Yes. Companies and organizations interested in a partnership can email [email protected].