Technology is transforming diabetes care, offering children and young people new opportunities for improved outcomes and quality of life. This session will explore how innovative approaches such as hybrid closed loop (HCL) systems and structured onboarding pathways are being implemented to support young lives affected by diabetes. Drawing on national initiatives and real-world service transformation, the session will highlight the impact of technology-enabled care on HbA1c, reducing health inequalities, and empowering families. Practical insights will be shared on safe transitions, workforce development, and designing equitable, sustainable models that put technology into action in everyday clinical practice.

• • Understand the role of diabetes technology, including HCL, in improving outcomes for children and young people.
• • Recognise strategies for reducing health inequalities and improving equitable access to diabetes technology.
• • Identify effective approaches to technology onboarding and safe transition into adult services.
• • Apply insights from national initiatives to develop sustainable, clinically effective care pathways.