Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Diversity Statement
The Academy encourages diversity and inclusion by striving to recognize, respect and include differences in ability, age, creed, culture, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, size, and socioeconomic characteristics in the nutrition and dietetics profession.
Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Diversity Statement
The Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics aims to amplify the diverse voices of our profession. We support our community members by creating an environment that encompasses individuals from all backgrounds, ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, experiences, and abilities. We do this by increasing outreach to students to promote our profession, provide support to current dietetic students, strengthen connections between dietetics professionals, and strive to improve the well-being of all the communities we serve.
EatrightPREP® Program
Are you an IAND student ready to sit for the RD exam? Do you have a unique background and are eager to embark on a journey toward becoming a registered dietitian nutritionist? The Student RD Exam Preparation & Empowerment Scholarship Program aims to support diverse individuals in pursuing excellence in nutrition and dietetics. This scholarship offers funding to cover the eatrightPREP® Examination Preparation Tool registration fees, providing you with the resources and support necessary to excel in your studies and take the RD exam.
Apply now before the application deadline of 11:59 pm MST on May 20, 2024.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION
NOTE: Students must be in the final months of their dietetic internship and/or have completed their dietetic internship and must commit to taking the Registration Examination for Dietitians within three months of starting the RD student preparation materials, share simulated RD exam score and final RD exam passing status within one month after completing the eatrightPREP® program and complete a program evaluation post participation.
Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Events:
The IDEA committee is looking for new members to help us make a difference. Our goal is to promote a more inclusive and equitable environment among Illinois dietitians. Join us at our next virtual meeting! We welcome all voices and perspectives. Together, we can make a real impact.
Member Interest Group (MIG) Resources and Events:
MIGs are groups of Academy members reflect the many characteristics of the profession and the public it serves.
 Interested in joining the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access Committee?
Interested in learning more about the committee? Contact our Diversity Co-Liaisons Jade Hamann (pictured left) and Lisa Artega (pictured right) at [email protected]
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