DPG dietetic practice group promote optimal nutrition and well-being, acknowledging the interdependence of food and water security, health, agriculture and the environment This group is pertinent to every dietetic practitioner, Chair Sue Roberts, MS, RD, LD, says. Nutrition becomes a moot point if people don t have access to food. Sharing the work of dietetics practitioners around the country who are addressing local food security issues is a major goal. Members lend expertise to the ADA on issues of domestic and international food insecurity and hunger. Member Benefits Members of this group receive information and resources on food and water security, biotechnology, food irradiation, sustainable agriculture, pesticides, organic foods, and more.
All people have access to food from a healthful, sustainable environment.
The Hunger and Environmental Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group promotes optimal nutrition and well-being for all people, now and in the future, acknowledging the interdependence of food and water security, health, agriculture and the environment. C.A. Solving global nutrition challenges requires more than new biotechnologies. Alliances America's Second Harvest US Committee for World Food Day Enhancement and Promotion of ADA's Strategic Initiatives and Campaigns Member Initiative Participated in review of the position papers mentioned above. Mentor other ADA members through newsletter articles and contact with Executive Committee members. Update members about work and volunteer positions through newsletter articles, highlight non-traditional roles for ADA members.