WAMDA Donates to The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts
Funds from the 29th Annual WAMDA 5K are donated to The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts
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Congratulations to the 2021 WAMDA Award Recipients!
After some delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, WAMDA was able to acknowledge our 2021 award recipients virtually on March 30th. The Special Recognition Awards recognize two nutrition professionals for outstanding service to WAMDA, their dedication and expertise in the field of nutrition. Congratulations to Melanie Wilk and Lisa Lovell!
Free Student Membership to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) committee from MAND will be providing 15 complimentary student memberships to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to students who identify with underrepresented communities. Applications are due by April 30, 2022.
Call for Speakers
WAMDA is accepting speaker proposals for the 2022-2023 membership year. Read on for details and program requirements.
29th Annual WAMDA Virtual 5K Run/Walk & Fundraiser- Thank you!
The 29th Annual WAMDA 5K Run/Walk was held virtually from March 1 to March 9 with a total of 105 participants, 30 sponsors, and a number of donors! Thank you everyone who contributed in some way!
WAMDA Virtual Trivia Night
We're celebrating this year's National Nutrition Month with a FREE virtual trivia night!
National Nutrition Month 2022
Happy National Nutrition Month to our valued RDNs! This year's theme is 'Celebrate a World of Flavors'. How do you plan to celebrate? Share with us on our Facebook page or Instagram (@WAMDA_Nutrition)!
WAMDA's 29th Annual 5K Run/Walk Goes Virtual
After much consideration and discussion among the board of directors, WAMDA has decided to change our 29th Annual 5K Walk/Run to a fully virtual event. Regardless, we still hope to match, if not beat last year's funds raised for the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts.
Advocacy in the New Year
The MAND Public Policy Panel has been very active in promoting legislation on the state and national levels that supports optimal nutrition and wellness for all citizens. Read on to see how two of our members are lending their voices!
Festival of Trees 2021
WAMDA decorated and donated a "Spice up you Diet (instead of salt)" tree at the Festival of Trees, which ran from November 26- December 12 at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield. Proceeds benefit the Springfield Boys and GIrls Club.