We are pleased to announce the 2023 NWA Annual Education and Training Conference and Exhibits will be held in San Diego, California, May 1 - 4, 2023. We’re back in California at the Town and Country Resort. California is the place to be, Fun In the Sun!
We’ll be hosting the Conference in a Hybrid format (so that means in-person and virtual) and will offer an excellent opportunity to acquire new skills and to network with an estimated 1,000 of your peers, and colleagues along with exhibitors who will provide WIC related products and services for participants. The conference will also offer an opportunity for attendees to hear from USDA officials and to dialogue on relevant updates and challenges that the program faces.
The 2023 conference theme is: Riding the WIC Wave!
The Annual Conference will provide you with an opportunity to choose from 30 virtual and in-person concurrent sessions and 4 virtual and in-person General Sessions that are sure to expand your professional skills and knowledgebase to equip you to handle any WIC challenge! For our So please be sure to join us!!!
Registration is NOW OPEN!
Virtual/Recorded sessions will be avaliable until Septmber 15, 2023
For questions, please contact the NWA National Office at ConfSupport@nwica.org
On behalf of Sara Olson, the Director of the Policy Division for Supplemental Food Programs, NWA has sent a letter to all state agency WIC directors supporting the 2023 Annual Education and Training Conference. This letter confirms that WIC Program funds may be used to fund registration fees for this conference.
The Call for Abstracts is CLOSED
The National WIC Association invites members and partners to submit presentation and poster abstrats for the 2023 Annual Education and Training Conference & Exhibits being held next year in San Diego, CA, May 1-4, 2023.
The 2023 conference theme is: Riding the WIC Wave!
To submit an abstract, click on this link. You will be asked to set-up a profile. After setting up your profile, you will then be given a ‘To-Do’ list – to submit your abstract, click on ‘Submit a Paper’ and follow the directions. For more information on how to submit an abstract see this guide. Check out this helpful article when it comes to submitting an abstact.
NWA will be hosting webinar to answer any questions around submitting abstracts on Tueday, November 15, 2022 from 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET. To view the recording click HERE
In the true spirit of this conference, below are the suggested educational tracks for oral and poster submissions:
The conference tracks may align with your content but is not required. All topics within a track’s purview are welcome. If your project does not fall within one of these topic areas, don’t worry -- please submit an abstract anyway!
NWA staff are always happy to provide feedback on your idea for an abstract; we’re here to help! For more information, contact Chandra Champion (NWA’s Director of Conferences and Events) at cchampion@nwica.org
All abstracts are due by Sunday, January 15, 2023 and will be reviewed by the Conference Planning Committee.
The NWA Annual Conference is an excellent opportunity to expand your professional skills and knowledge base to equip you to face coming WIC challenges and to take advantage of current and future WIC opportunities.
On behalf of the 2023 Conference Planning Committee, we look forward to receiving your abstract submission. Thank you in advance for your commitment to the excellence of next year’s meeting.
Proposal Guidelines
Authors will be prompted to provide the following information into the submission platform.
Sections:
A maximum of Four Presenters may be listed on each proposal. The submitting author will receive an email message confirming the receipt of the abstract proposal submission and are responsible for keeping co-authors up to date on the status of the submission. Presentations submitted by exhibitors or corporate entities must be educational in content and must include at least one WIC Staff Person from a Clinic, State or Federal Program. NO sales or marketing pitches allowed. By submitting an abstract to be considered for an oral or poster presentation, you acknowledge that all presenting authors are responsible for their own registration, travel, and hotel costs.
Concurrent sessions are 60 minutes long.
Poster Presentations will be during Breakfasts, Breaks, and Networking Opportunities.
Deadlines
Please, remember the following important dates:
Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this process or the conference in general, please contact our Conference Support Team at confsupport@nwica.org .
By submitting an abstract to be considered for an oral or poster presentation, you acknowledge that all presenting authors are responsible for their own registration, travel, and hotel costs.
You asked…We heard you! The National WIC Association is pleased to announce its first Clinical Skills Workshop!
The purpose of the workshop is to increase the technical knowledge and skill of WIC staff by addressing how breastfeeding staff in WIC can support and identify normal breastfeeding behaviors and provide evidence-based care for common breastfeeding challenges. The workshop is intended for WIC staff who hold a lactation credential such as CLC, CLS, or IBCLC. Please note the
After this training, the attendees will return to their State or Local WIC Agency with increased confidence in their ability to provide lactation support and care in the WIC setting. Additionally, attendees will also become a breastfeeding resource professional in their State or Local WIC Agency for other WIC staff. Attendees will receive nursing and IBCLC continuing education credits.
Speakers include Christine Staricka, Emma Burress, and Stacy "Samirah"Muhsin.
The cost is $200.00 per person for a 3 hour Training on either
For more information please visit the Workshop website HERE!
Please note you do not have to be registered for the Full Conference to participate in the Clinical Skills Workshop!
| Registration Type |
Early Bird Rates - ENDS March 12 |
Regular Rates - BEGINS March 13 |
|---|---|---|
|
Member |
$425.00 |
$525.00 |
|
Non-Member |
$525.00 |
$625.00 |
|
Student* |
$175.00 |
$175.00 |
|
Speaker* (includes Poster Presenters) |
$200.00 |
$200.00 |
|
FNS Staff* |
$325.00 | $325.00 |
|
WIC California Special Host Rate** |
$175.00 | $175.00 |
Registration payment must be recieved at our offices no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.
*This rate is NOT eligible for a Group Discount.
**The WIC California Special Host Rate is ONLY for individuals that reside in California and are WIC State, Local and Clinical Employees. This rate is NOT eligible for a Group Discount.
Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
| Group Member Increments |
Early Bird Rates - ENDS March 12 |
Regular Rates - BEGINS March 13 |
|---|---|---|
|
10-20 Group Members |
$400.00 |
$500.00 |
|
21-40 Group Members |
$375.00 |
$475.00 |
|
41+ Group Members |
$350.00 |
$450.00 |
*All Groups MUST be registered in ONE Group in order to recieve the discount
Registration payment must be recieved at our offices no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
To cancel your registration, a written request MUST be received by NWA via email to ConfSupport@nwica.org no later than the close of business on April 21, 2023.
Cancellations received before or on February 28, 2023, will receive a 100% refund, cancelations received between March 1, 2023 - April 3, 2023, will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be granted on or after 12:00 AM ET on April 21, 2023.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
Online registrations are processed via our web-based system. Each registrant must have or create a profile (account) in order to register online. See instructions on creating a profile and logging in.
Please Make Sure Your Email Address and Phone/Cell Number Is Correct Before Registering!
Registrants using a Purchase Order (PO) or check, must select the "Bill Me Later" option from the online registration system when registering. Credit card payments will be processed via our secured Stripe site. The system will automatically email a registration confirmation to the email provided. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact the Registration Department at (202) 232-5492 or ConfSupport@nwica.org.
Registration payment must be received at our offices no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.
Make Checks Payable to the National WIC Association
Mail Payments to:
National WIC Association
Attn: 2023 Annual Conference Registration
2001 S Street, NW Ste. 580
Washington, DC 20009
NWA’s federal tax ID is 52-1482678
Registration payment must be received at our offices no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
We must receive your credit card payment, check payment in full, or completed PO with invoice reference by Friday, April 21, 2023. If we have not received payment in full by the above date, you will not be able to access the NWA 2023 Conference.
Make Checks Payable to the National WIC Association
Mail Payments to:
National WIC Association
Attn: 2023 Virtual Annual Conference Registration
2001 S Street, NW Ste. 580
Washington, DC 20009
To cancel your registration, a written request MUST be received by NWA via email to ConfSupport@nwica.org or fax to (202) 387-5281 no later than the close of business on Friday, April 21, 2023.
If you DO NOT CANCEL YOU WILL STILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT!
NWA regrets that refunds will not be granted for "no-shows."
Cancellations received before or on February 28, 2023, will receive a 100% refund, cancelations received between March 1, 2023 - April 3, 2023, will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be granted on or after 12:00 AM ET on April 21, 2023. NWA regrets that refunds will not be granted for no-shows.
For questions regarding payment methods, please contact the Registration Manager at (202) 232-5492 or ConfSupport@nwica.org for more information.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
You may print invoices, receipts, event confirmations, and view other personalized NWA information and activities by logging into your My NWICA account.
To log in:
For additional information on accessing your NWICA Account or creating an Account. Click HERE
Contact the Registration Department with any questions at (202) 232-5492 or ConfSupport@nwica.org
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
| Registration Type |
Early Bird Rates - ENDS March 12 |
Regular Rates - BEGINS March 13 |
|---|---|---|
|
Member |
$275.00 |
$375.00 |
|
Non-Member |
$325.00 |
$425.00 |
|
Student* |
$175.00 |
$175.00 |
|
Speaker* (includes Poster Presenters) |
$200.00 |
$200.00 |
|
FNS Staff* |
$325.00 | $325.00 |
|
WIC California Special Host Rate** |
$175.00 | $175.00 |
Registration payment must be recieved at our offices no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.
*This rate is NOT eligible for a Group Discount.
**The WIC California Special Host Rate is ONLY for individuals that reside in California and are WIC State, Local and Clinical Employees. This rate is NOT eligible for a Group Discount.
Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
To cancel your registration, a written request MUST be received by NWA via email to ConfSupport@nwica.org no later than the close of business on April 21, 2023.
Cancellations received before or on February 28, 2023, will receive a 100% refund, cancelations received between March 1, 2023 - April 3, 2023, will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be granted on or after 12:00 AM ET on April 21, 2023.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
Online registrations are processed via our web-based system. Each registrant must have or create a profile (account) in order to register online. See instructions on creating a profile and logging in.
Please Make Sure Your Email Address and Phone/Cell Number Is Correct Before Registering!
Registrants using a Purchase Order (PO) or check, must select the "Bill Me Later" option from the online registration system when registering. Credit card payments will be processed via our secured Stripe site. The system will automatically email a registration confirmation to the email provided. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact the Registration Department at (202) 232-5492 or ConfSupport@nwica.org.
Registration payment must be received at our offices no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.
Make Checks Payable to the National WIC Association
Mail Payments to:
National WIC Association
Attn: 2023 "Hybrid" Annual Conference Registration
2001 S Street, NW Ste. 580
Washington, DC 20009
NWA’s federal tax ID is 52-1482678
Registration payment must be received at our offices no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
We must receive your credit card payment, check payment in full, or completed PO with invoice reference by Friday, April 21, 2023.. If we have not received payment in full by the above date, you will not be able to access the NWA 2023 Conference.
Make Checks Payable to the National WIC Association
Mail Payments to:
National WIC Association
Attn: 2023 "Hybrid" Annual Conference Registration
2001 S Street, NW Ste. 580
Washington, DC 20009
To cancel your registration, a written request MUST be received by NWA via email to ConfSupport@nwica.org or fax to (202) 387-5281 no later than the close of business on Friday, April 21, 2023.
If you DO NOT CANCEL YOU WILL STILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT!
NWA regrets that refunds will not be granted for "no-shows."
Cancellations received before or on February 28, 2023, will receive a 100% refund, cancelations received between March 1, 2023 - April 3, 2023, will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be granted on or after 12:00 AM ET on April 21, 2023. NWA regrets that refunds will not be granted for no-shows.
For questions regarding payment methods, please contact the Registration Manager at (202) 232-5492 or ConfSupport@nwica.org for more information.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
You may print invoices, receipts, event confirmations, and view other personalized NWA information and activities by logging into your My NWICA account.
To log in:
For additional information on accessing your NWICA Account or creating an Account. Click HERE
Contact the Registration Department with any questions at (202) 232-5492 or ConfSupport@nwica.org
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
If you are planning on attending the conference and have not secured a hotel reservation, search for hotel availability via our trusted partner aRes Travel.
Book online or call 1-800-559-3186 for assistance | International callers 1-619-546-5773
aRes Travel is a third-party travel planner. Rates, deposits, and cancellation policies may vary and are the responsibility of the guest. Questions on hotel policies or payments made on aRes website should be directed to the aRes Reservation Center or to the hotel directly.
Handlery Hotel San Diego
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 298-0511
Lodging Rate of $181 plus tax.
To Make your hotel reservations online, please use the following link: https://reservations.travelclick.com/98118?groupID=3859828
The 2023 NWA Annual Education and Training Conference & Exhibits will be held May 1-4, 2023 at the Town and Country Resort, 500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108
NWA has negotiated a special room rate of $181.00 per night plus a nightly room tax currently set at 12.80%. Please Note that these tax rates are subject to change without notice.
The cut-off date for these rates is Sunday, April 9, 2023. After this date, reservations will be subject to the hotel’s prevailing rates.
We encourage you to make your room reservations early to ensure that you will be in the host hotel at the guaranteed room rate. Upon checking in, each guest will be asked to provide a valid government issued ID along with proof to which the room reservation was made.
The hotel requires a major credit card to guarantee your room reservation, and first night's deposit (including taxes) payable at the time the reservation is being made. Room cancellations must be received at least 48 hours prior to your arrival date to avoid being charged the first night's room rate and applicable taxes.
Hotel Check-In/Out Policy
Hotel check-in is 4:00pm and check-out is 11:00am. The hotel can arrange to have your bags stored depending on room availability. Late check-out may be requested upon arrival.
Guest Parking
The hotel offers self-parking for overnight guests at a daily rate of $20.00 per day. Day parking for local attendees is also available for $25.00 per day. Note, rates may change without notice.
The Town and Country Resort is accessible via the San Diego International Airport and is about 8 miles from the airport.
Shuttle and taxicab services are available at the airport. The current estimated taxi/cab fare is $36 (one way). Please note that the hotel does not provide shuttle service.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added and enforced.
Please make sure you update your cell phone number in your personal account. We will use this information for COVID Updates as well submission of your Vaccination Document.
We invite you to participate as an exhibitor at our 2023 Annual Education and Networking Conference and Exhibits.
It is an opportunity for you to meet and build relationships with potential new clients and more – acquaint yourself with existing clients who use your products and services. Among the over 1000 WIC community members who are expected to attend this conference are key decision makers representing the US Department of Agriculture, the 90 state and ITO WIC agencies, and over 2,200 local WIC agencies from across the nation.
NWA 2023 Annual Conference and Exhibits Prospectus Now Available!!!
Please complete the application within the prospectus, save as a PDF and submit to exhibits@nwica.org
For questions, please reach out to exhibits@nwica.org
Why Exhibit?
If you are seeking to introduce your products and services or an alternative promotional strategy to a new or existing audience, this conference offers several affordable options to meet your marketing needs.
By exhibiting and/or sponsoring at this conference, you will:
Key Dates to Remember:
Note: If full payment is not received by April 14, 2023, NWA has the right to reassign the exhibit booth to another exhibitor.
For questions, please reach out to exhibits@nwica.org
Exhibit Dates/Hours:
Monday, May 1, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm --- Exhibitor Move-in and Set-up
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm --- Exhibit Show Opens with Opening Reception
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
7:30 am - 8:30 am --- Breakfast / Networking & Exhibits
10:00 am - 10:30 am --- AM Break / Networking & Exhibits
11:30 pm - 1:00 pm --- Lunch on your own / Networking & Exhibits
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm --- PM Break / Networking & Exhibits
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
7:30 am - 8:30 am --- Breakfast / Networking & Exhibits
10:00 am - 10:30 am --- AM Break / Networking & Exhibits
11:30 pm - 1:00 pm --- Lunch on your own / Networking & Exhibits
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm --- Exhibitor Teardown / Move out
For questions, please reach out to exhibits@nwica.org
Schedule Subject to Change
Exhibit Pricing:
Each 8’ x 10’ booth (80 sq ft) will receive two (2) complimentary Full Exhibitor (includes conference session access) personnel registrations that allow access to the NWA Exhibit Hall and to Education sessions.
Each Booth includes:
• One 6' skirted table • Two side chairs
• One wastebasket • General area security and fire guard
• Listing in the conference mobile app • Two side chairs
• Daily aisle maintenance • Daily aisle maintenance
• Your very own unique QR code to capture leads
• Electrical, internet, telephone and additional equipment are not included and are available at an additional cost.
For questions, please reach out to exhibits@nwica.org
Learn more about Partnership here. Benefits include discounts on booths.
| Non-Profit Booth Type | Booth Price |
|---|---|
|
|
$2,500 |
| Business Council Partner Booth Type | Booth Price |
|---|---|
|
Business Council Partner Standard Booth |
$0 |
|
Business Council Partner Bronze Booth |
$2,500 |
|
Business Council Partner Gold Booth |
$3,500 |
|
Business Council Partner Platinum Booth |
$4,500 |
| For Profit Booth Type | Booth Price |
|---|---|
|
For Profit Booth Standard Booth |
$3,700 |
|
For Profit Bronze Booth |
$4,700 |
|
For Profit Gold Booth |
$5,700 |
|
For Profit Platinum |
$6,700 |
| Partner Booth Type | Booth Price |
|---|---|
|
Partner Standard Booth |
$2,960 |
|
Partner Bronze Booth |
$3,760 |
|
Partner Gold Booth |
$4,560 |
|
Partner Platinum Booth |
$5,360 |
|
Non-Profit/Small Business Partner Booth |
$1,500 |
We have created a "justification letter," designed to help explain the benefits of your attendance to your supervisor as you seek funding. Please customize the below template as appropriate.
Dear __________,
National WIC Association’s 2023 Annual Education and Training Conference & Exhibits is an important event for WIC professionals and is the premier event for our community. I believe by sending me to NWA’s Annual Conference, I will further my professional development and bring back new ideas to the company and team.
This year’s agenda focuses on “Riding the WIC Wave!” The schedule includes innovative and new strategies for engagement with WIC participants, which is very relevant to my job challenges currently.
The conference features the best from the community as guest speakers, motivational speakers, workshops and networking. (go into detail about at least one session or workshop from the agenda, here). This session will help me with my efforts in making our company more successful and efficient.
Networking is important, especially in the WIC community. The best of the best come to the conference with insights from their experiences and new ideas. I will have the opportunity to meet speakers, colleagues, and the leaders in the industry. I can address them with problems we face and get advice, as well as collaborate and share ideas with one another.
Please check out the conference website <www.nwica.org>.
Expenses include registration, travel, hotel and any meals that is outside of the Annual Conference.
The total cost for the conference is <fill in the blank>. The detailed cost breakdown is listed in the paragraph below. Here is my estimated breakdown of conference costs:
Registration:
Airfare:
Transportation to and from Hotel:
Hotel:
Meals:
Total :
The 2023 Annual Education and Training Conference & Exhibits is a terrific value. Registration fees are considerably lower than those for most meetings of this size and caliber.
I am happy to chat further about this with you, and answer any questions you may have. I am confident that by attending this event, I will provide added value to our organization. I look forward to bringing key takeaways back to implement and share with our organization to strengthen our work.
Sincerely,
Privacy Policy
Your data privacy and security are important to us. When you register for this event, NWA will process your data in accordance with our legitimate interests for hosting an industry event and for being a community-based organization. Please review our privacy policy, including how to exercise your rights under the GDPR.
Liability Waiver
I understand that travel and gathering involves risk of sickness, including sickness from COVID-19. I (and on behalf of my guest(s)) waive and release NWA and its sponsors and exhibitors, and their employees and agents, from and against claims, liabilities and expenses arising from injury, sickness or death from contraction or spread of COVID-19 or other communicable disease due to travel to or attendance at an event sponsored by NWA.
I will take necessary precautions while at the event including, but not limited to, engaging in appropriate social distancing, minimizing face touching, frequently washing hands and avoiding risky environments such as overcrowded bars or restaurants. I agree to not attend any NWA event if I feel ill or had recent exposure to a COVID-19 case.
This waiver and release is binding on me and my heirs and successors.
Code of Conduct
NWA is a listening organization focused on its participants. The Conference is designed to increase interaction, engagement, collaboration, connectivity and community, in a fun and safe environment.
We value the participation of each member of the community and endeavor to deliver an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Conference participants are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, courtesy and respect for others and maintain the highest level of professionalism at all conference programs and events, whether officially sponsored by NWA or not. All attendees, guests, speakers, organizers, volunteers, partners, vendors and staff at any NWA event are required to observe the following Code of Conduct.
NWA is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience including people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for the conference.
Be kind to others. Do not insult or defame participants. Harassment in any form, sexist, racist, or exclusionary jokes are not condoned at NWA Events.
Participants violating these rules may be asked to leave the conference at the sole discretion of NWA. Thank for helping to make this a welcoming event for all.
Media Disclaimer
NWA intend to take photographs and video of this event for use in NWA news and promotional material, in print, electronic and other media, including the NWA websites. By participating in this event, I grant NWA the right to use any image, photograph, voice or likeness, without limitation, in its promotional materials and publicity efforts without compensation. All media becomes the property of NWA. Media may be displayed, distributed or used by NWA for any purpose.
* Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2023 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. All attendees must be vaccinated. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. If you are planning to bring young children, please reach out to us at confsupport@nwica.org. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added or enforced.
All participants (attendees, speakers, exhibitors, staff) are required to provide their proof of COVID-19 vaccination to attend the 2023 National WIC Association's Annual Conference in San Diego, CA. Our priority is to create a safe environment for all that are in attendance. Face coverings are optional in all meeting spaces and common areas. All participants must have their badge on at all times. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added or enforced.
For the purposes of right of entry to the Conference, a person is considered fully vaccinated:
Please note, all attendees will be required to upload their vaccination card in advance before being allowed into 2022 NWA Annual Conference. Please make sure you include your cell phone number during the registration process. Instructions for providing your proof of vaccination will be emailed to all participants prior to the conference and will require submission through a 3rd party vaccination management provider by mid-April 2023 (we will reach out to you!). You will not be allowed to enter the Conference with just a Negative COVID-19 Test. A COVID-19 booster shot is strongly encouraged as extra protection. As we get closer to the Date of the Conference, other COVID-19 Protocols may be added or enforced.
Proof of Vaccination Requirements:
If a participant does not submit their vaccine card by April 17, 2023, they will not be permitted to be in attendance at the 2023 NWA Annual Conference in San Diego, CA. Registration will not be refunded to attendees that do not provide proof of vaccination.
NWA may update these requirements at any time at its sole discretion.
COVID-19 Protocols and Vaccination Card Upload
All attendees will be required to upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination in advance of the conference. Face masks are optional. All attendees must have their updated cell phone number in their NWA account. Log into your account here to update your information.
The precautions that the NWA has put in place for a safe conference experience do not rule out the risk of breakthrough infections, visit the CDC website for more information.
If you have any additional questions contact us at confsupport@nwica.org.
The National WIC Association will hold its Annual Business Meeting PRIOR to the Annual Conference on Tuesday, April 11th, 2023 from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET. This meeting will be held virtually. NWA invites its voting members* to attend and vote for elected positions, Bylaws changes, and other resolutions brought forth by the membership.
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*Per the NWA Bylaws, If you are a State Director, State Nutrition Coordinator, State Breastfeeding Coordinator, State Vendor Manager, the designated Local Agency representative for your geographic state, or a Board Member, you are a voting member of the Association and are invited to attend and vote at the NWA Annual Business Meeting.
Questions? Email membership@nwica.org