Become a DPAC Member!
What is DPAC?
DPAC, founded in 1977, is a partnership of individuals and organizations who actively work to inform, motivate and activate people in Michigan who have diabetes or work with people with diabetes.
Why Should I Join?
Become part of a statewide effort to prevent diabetes and reduce diabetes prevalence and complications in Michigan. Be a change agent-locally and statewide!
- Get the latest news in diabetes information.
- Meet other people in Michigan who also have an interest in the diabetes.
How Do I Get Involved?
It's easy – sign up here!
Workgroups meet for hourly conference calls once a month and DPAC has two general meetings a year held in Lansing. For more information on meeting times, dates, and activities, please contact
info@dpacmi.org.
A statewide assessment identified top diabetes priorities and DPAC developed five workgroups to address these areas:
| Workgroup Name | Monthly Meeting Time |
|---|
| Advocacy and Public Policy | 2nd Wednesday of the month |
| Communication and Public Awareness | 2nd Wednesday of the month |
| Data, Research, and Evaluation | 1st Monday of the month |
| Prevention | Please contact info@dpacmi.org for meeting details |
| Training and Education | 1st Thursday of the month |
Background Information
The following documents provide background on DPAC and its history, member responsibilities, and recent accomplishments. Please review the DPAC FY10 Annual Report for more information on the current goals for each of the workgroups.
DPAC is the only statewide diabetes coalition in Michigan.
This organization includes a broad array of individuals and organizations working together to provide leadership and encourage collaboration to address diabetes prevention and control in Michigan.
Membership includes the following areas:
- Health
- Social Service Agencies
- Business/Industry
- Community Members
- Universities
Thank you DPAC members for your unique and important contributions!
View our Membership List