Type 1 Diabetes Day in Honor of Jakya Monique Furtick
Type 1 Diabetes Day in Honor of Jakya Monique Furtick shines a light on a fight many don’t see. Jakya was a young girl full of energy and love, taken too soon by a condition that often hides in plain sight.
Type 1 diabetes means the body can’t make insulin, so every meal, every snack, every day becomes a careful balancing act.
Her mother, Coreen, turned heartbreak into purpose by creating a day that gives her daughter’s story a voice. It’s not just about facts—it’s about a life, a family, and the strength they found in the middle of pain.
This day speaks to anyone who has felt scared, tired, or unseen while managing diabetes. It invites neighbors, friends, and strangers to care a little more and ask questions they’ve never asked.
Blue ribbons aren’t just symbols—they’re threads that tie people together through shared understanding. Jakya’s name carries more than memory.
It carries a reason to keep talking, keep listening, and keep loving those who face this every single day.
How to Observe Type 1 Diabetes Day in Honor of Jakya Monique Furtick
Here are some creative ways to honor Jakya and raise awareness on this meaningful day:
Raise awareness with blue
Wear blue attire or accessories. Share photos online using the blue circle symbol. It’s a simple way to unite voices behind type 1 awareness and Jakya’s legacy.
Inspire through storytelling
Invite friends or family to share how diabetes has touched their lives. Host a small talk or video chat where people speak from the heart. This builds community around real experiences.
Launch a mini fundraiser
Organize a casual walk, bake sale, or bake-from-home fundraiser. Donate proceeds to an organization funding type 1 research, like Breakthrough T1D or JDRF. Even small efforts add up.
Start an educational corner
Set up a photo board or online post with key facts about type 1 diabetes. Cover its nature, symptoms, and daily impact. Use clean visuals and concise text to spark thoughtful conversations.
Form a local support circle
Encourage people in your town to find or start a support group. Offer a welcoming space for those managing type 1 or supporting others. Shared encouragement truly matters.
Advocate with action
Write a note or sign a petition asking policymakers to focus on diabetes care and research funding. Use templates from the International Diabetes Federation or Diabetes Hands Foundation.
History of Type 1 Diabetes Day in Honor of Jakya Monique Furtick
Coreen Logan started Type 1 Diabetes Day in Honor of Jakya Monique Furtick in 2019. Her daughter, Jakya, passed away that same year from type 1 diabetes. She was only nine.
Jakya had a bright spirit and loved helping others. Her sudden death left a deep emptiness, but her mother wanted that pain to become something meaningful. She created this day to raise awareness and honor Jakya’s short but powerful life.
April 15 was chosen because it marked the day Jakya passed. Instead of only mourning, her family wanted the world to learn more about this condition.
Type 1 diabetes is often misunderstood, and many don’t realize how serious it can be. Through this day, more people are now paying attention. They’re asking questions, learning the signs, and showing support.
Since 2019, the message has grown. More schools, community groups, and health organizations have begun to share Jakya’s story.
Her name is now linked with kindness, awareness, and action. Coreen’s hope was simple—keep Jakya’s memory alive while helping others.
Today, that hope continues to move through cities, classrooms, and conversations. This day is more than a tribute. It’s a call to care, learn, and speak up for those living with type 1.
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