FEND was established in 1995 and has established a unique voice for nurses working in the field of diabetes care, research and education in Europe. The founders are Deirdre Cregan, Anne-Marie Felton, Sue Hamilton, Stina Wallenkrans and Regina Wredling. FEND is recognised as a positive influence by WHO Europe, IDF Europe, EASD, DESG, PCDE, EURADIA and national diabetes nursing organisations. FEND is a founding member of the European Coalition in Diabetes (ECD).