MAND Advocacy Day 2025

This in-person continuing education workshop will take place on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at The Maryland Inn; Historic Inns of Annapolis, Duke of Gloucester Room. For a comprehensive educational experience, there is a pre-advocacy day webinar January 22nd, 2025.

Advocacy Day is a unique opportunity for nutrition professionals active or retired, students or interns, to connect, learn, and engage with policymakers. Together, we can create a positive impact on nutrition policies impacting the future of our profession and promote the health and well-being of our communities.

During this event, you'll have the chance to attend informative sessions, participate in interactive workshops, and network with like-minded individuals who share your professional passion. Our lineup of expert speakers will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you become an effective advocate for nutrition. You will have the opportunity to visit with legislators and discuss real world, impactful nutrition related policies alongside your peers.

Whether you're a seasoned advocate or new to the world of nutrition policy, Advocacy Day 2025 offers something for everyone. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the field of nutrition and contribute to shaping a healthier future.

Event Details: *Pending Approval for 8 CPEUs from CDR

*Includes1 CPEU via webinar January 22nd, 2025 *pending

Public Policy and Advocacy in Maryland: Pre-Advocacy Day 2025 Webinar

*7 CPEUs via the in person workshop on February 5th, 2025 *pending

1/22/25

Pre-Advocacy Day 2025 Webinar, Advocacy 101 6:30p-7:30p

2/5/25 MAND Advocacy Day, In-Person Workshop 7:30a-4p, breakfast lunch and snacks provided

4-6p Networking Reception

Skip Traffic, Join us afterward!
We will be hosting a reception afterward for attendee networking and for the February Board of Directors meeting. We will be moving to the "Treaty of Paris" room within the Maryland Inn directly after Advocacy Day for networking, light fare and cash bar.

We will hold the MAND board meeting from 5-6pm (optional for non-Board members but RSVP required). You are welcome to drop in for networking and/or to see what a MAND board meeting is all about!

Location: The Maryland Inn; Historic Inns of Annapolis, Duke of Gloucester Room

Address: 16 Church Cir, Annapolis, Maryland 21401

Mark your calendars and get ready to be part of a powerful movement. Together, we can advocate for the future of our profession and create a healthier world for all!

Business Professional/Business Casual Attire, wear comfortable shoes as we will be walking to and from the Maryland Inn to meet with the Legislators.

You will need to list your Legislative District on your registration, to find it, use the link here Find My Representatives "Look Up" Tool

You can find an Interactive Google Map of the Advocacy Day location where we will start the day, buildings we will be visiting (walking), and parking options.

Early Bird Discount Ends 12/31/24

Regular Prices Starting 1/1/25

• MAND Members $65
• Non-MAND Members $75
• Dietetic Students/Retired/Military $35

Due to the nature of the workshop, teams are organized in advance. Ticket sales close 1/22/25, no exceptions due to team assignments and headcount requirements.

*Based on group size/availability MAND may allow "Late Ticket" purchases after the deadline. In the event tickets are purchased late, group assignments will not be guaranteed, write-in name tags will be provided, and the ticket price increased. Tickets will still need to be purchased via Eventbrite in advance or on-site.

***Note: this event is pertinent to the advancement of the profession, students outside of the Dietetics profession may be able to attend, with some additional requirements/modifications in the schedule. For non-dietetics student attendees, please reach out to [email protected] prior to purchasing tickets.

Host or Publisher Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics