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Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the United States and Canada, and more recently has been observed ... More

Academy and VN DPG elections take place February 1-15, 2021. Our VN DPG slate includes: Chair-Elect: AnnaMarie Rodriguez, RDN, LD, FAND   Nominating Committee: Ashley Lombardi, MS, RDN Sapna Punjabi-Gupta, MS, RDN, LD, AP   Treasurer: Sheetal ... More

Veganism and Eating Disorders: What Our Clients Are Teaching Us Date: February 10, 2021 Time: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. (Central time) Registration: https://www.eatrightstore.org/dpg-products/vn/veganism-and-eating-disorders-what-our-clients-are-teaching-us  As of 2019, 25% of 25- to 34- year old Americans report that they are vegan or vegetarian. ... More

Our practice group awards a $10,000 research grant for innovative research relating to vegetarian nutrition, approximately every two years or as funds are available. Preference is given to applicants who are members of the Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic ... More

Diversity and Inclusion Awards and Grants Applications and submissions are open for D&I Awards/Grants.  Plan now so you don’t miss the March deadlines! Diversity and Inclusion Mini-Grants – Applications may be submitted now and the deadlines is March 1, 2021.   Diversity and Inclusion Action Award ... More

Malnutrition is a serious condition that must be addressed quickly and comprehensively. Throughout September the Academy will raise awareness of malnutrition and promote the crucial role of registered dietitian nutritionists in identifying and treating ... More

The Vegetarian Nutrition DPG Excellence in Service & Leadership Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and service within the VN DPG and who has made exceptional contributions toward the promotion of vegetarian nutrition.   Award ... More

Dear VN, The events of the past week have been heartbreaking, and have rightfully caused anger and anguish. All ethnic minorities and people of color face some prejudice and bias on a regular basis, but the systemic racism and implicit bias that ... More