What is the Connecticut Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics?
The Connecticut Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (CT Academy) is the state affiliate of the National Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. Chartered by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, we are committed to serving the public in the state of Connecticut, while supporting activities at the national level.
The CT Academy serves the Connecticut public by promoting optimal nutrition, health, and well-being while also supporting activities at the national level.
The CT Academy is led by a Board of Directors from diverse backgrounds and practice areas. Through outreach, advocacy, and research, the Board is committed to supporting its members, the dietetic profession, and the community. The Board leads the charge for nutrition-related healthcare efforts throughout CT. Its members advocate for food and nutrition-related legislation, support anti-hunger initiatives, promote a diverse membership, and provide continuing education and networking opportunities, among many other activities.
Mission and Vision
Mission: The Connecticut Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics will accelerate Connecticut residents’ health and well-being through food and nutrition.
Vision: In CT sustainable food systems help all thrive through the transformative power of food and nutrition.
CT Academy Goals
Goal#1- Members are recognized as food and nutrition experts.
Goal #2- We Advocate to improve nutrition, health and equity for CT residents
Goal #3- We demonstrate Operational Excellence
Membership
As the leading advocate of the dietetic profession in Connecticut, our membership includes Registered Dietitian Nutritionists and Dietetic Technicians, Registered as well as dietetic students, interns, and retirees of the profession.
There are approximately 700 members of the CT Academy. Practice areas include business/industry, communications, consultation and private practice, community nutrition, culinary, diabetes, education, food and nutrition management, hunger/environmental nutrition, long-term care, nutrition support, oncology, pediatric, renal nutrition, research, school nutrition, sports nutrition, weight management, and wellness/prevention.
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