Dicoco Tanzania – We're thrilled to have you join us on our journey to spread awareness, support, and empowerment in the fight against Diabetes

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Live Well with Diabete

One-on-One or group sessions we educate people living with diabetes (and their families) on insulin use, blood sugar monitoring, diet, exercise, and organizing danger signs like hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

Talk to Me Emotional Support

Counseling and peer support for children, youth, and caregivers to manage stress, fear, depression, diabetes burnout, and stigma.

Know Diabetes Save Live

Public talks, radio programs, video clips, school visits, and social media campaigns to increase diabetes awareness and reduce myths and superstitions.

Voices for Access

Engage and collaborate with Government, Health Institutes, NGOs, Media, and stakeholders to advocate for insulin access, diabetes supplies, and rural diabetes car

What We Do?

Welcome to Diabetes Consciousness for Community (DiCoCO).

At DiCoCO, we are committed to empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge and resources needed to prevent and manage diabetes effectively.

Our mission is rooted in awareness, education, and support because we believe everyone deserves access to the tools and information that can lead to healthier lives.

We are dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes and offering compassionate support to those living with the condition.

Explore our impactful programs below and join us in building a diabetes-conscious community.

EDUCATION

* Women and Diabetes
* Diabetes and Mentor Health

TRAINING

* Community Health Workers (CHWs)
* Family – Parents/Guardians who live with Diabetes Persons
* School Teachers

SCREENING EVENTS

* Blood Glucose Testing
* Blood Pressure & BMI Check

ADVOCACY

* Community Awareness Campaigns
* Diabetes and School Awareness
* Diabetes and Media Awarene

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Ms. Lucy Johnbosco

Is a passionate Diabetes Advocate and Educator, living with Type 1 Diabetes for over 20 years. Her lived experience fuels her deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and social dimensions of diabetes care. She is the visionary behind DICOCO and has led its growth from a local initiative to a nationally recognized advocacy movement.
She serves as:
• Diabetes Education & Advocacy Lead – PEN-Plus Project, Tanzania
• Steering Committee Member – NCDI Poverty Network
• Active Member – TANCDA (Tanzania NCD Alliance) and TDA (Tanzania Diabetes Association)
• Professional Journalist – regularly publishes articles on diabetes in mainstream media to promote awareness and challenge stigma.
Achievements & Recognitions:
• Won Malkia wa Nguvu in Health Sector – 2018
• Certificate of International Good Deeds Young Motivator in Health Sector – 2019
• MUHAS (Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences) Recognition Award – 2023
• Member of the Voice of PEN-Plus Project – 2024
• Member of Tanzania NCD Alliance
Lucy's dedication to storytelling, education, and empowerment makes her a trusted voice in the NCD advocacy space across East Africa.