
The National WIC Association (NWA) invites you to join us for our Annual Education & Training Conference, taking place from May 27 to 30, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. This conference brings together the WIC community for an opportunity to connect, reflect, and advance the work that supports families through WIC.
The theme of the conference is ⭐Engage, Inspire, Energize! ⭐
What To Expect from this Conference?
This conference is designed to provide meaningful and practical takeaways you can apply in your agencies and work. Through engaging sessions and peer exchanges, attendees can expect to:
Attendees will leave the conference with practical resources, a renewed perspective, and professional development to support their work and advance WIC’s mission nationwide.
As we Engage with one another, Inspire new ideas, and Energize the future of WIC, we look forward to coming together in Dallas to continue this important work!
We look forward to seeing you in Dallas!
Experience the 2026 NWA Annual Education and Training Conference On Demand!
While we hope to see you in person, we understand that’s not always possible. But don’t worry! You don’t have to totally miss out! National WIC Association (NWA) is offering an opportunity to access on-demand recorded sessions from the 2026 NWA Annual Education & Training Conference.
Don’t miss out—register today to Engage, Inspire, and Energize
What’s included?
22 recorded sessions packed with insights, inspiration, and innovation.
Continuing education opportunities – CPEUs available (pending CDR approval; final details will be updated on our website). CERPS are not available via on-demand.
Explore key themes
Workforce Sustainability Retention
Community Engagement and Support
Innovation in Service Delivery
Policy & Advocacy
Nutrition Education
Breastfeeding Education
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Recorded Sessions |
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Opening General Session: Fueling the Frontline: Cultivating Collective Wellbeing through Unpredictable Times |
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Leveraging Local Partnerships to Improve Infant and Maternal Health Outcomes |
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Power 30: Cultivating a Well-Supported and Resilient WIC Workforce: The WIC TAPC Center... & Impacts of Hybrid, Remote and Live Services on WIC Program Engagement |
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General Session: Journey Mapping the WIC Participant Experience |
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Nourishing Mothers, Empowering Birth: The Impact of Doula Support and Nutrition Education During Pregnancy and Postpartum
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Building a Thriving Workforce: Retention Strategies for WIC Agencies |
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Beyond Jarred Baby Food Infant CVB as a Tool to Engage WIC Participants and Staff |
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Power 30: From Evidence to Action: New Resources to Support Maternal Health in WIC & Promising Approaches to Improve Maternal Health in WIC: Insights from an Evidence Review |
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Innovative Pediatric Primary Care & Local Agency Partnership to Adapt WIC and Improve Access |
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Power 30: Ensuring WIC Access for All Eligible Families, A New Model for Forecasting WIC Funding Needs for FY 2027 and Beyond & Enhancing Access to WIC Through the Implementation |
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Personalizing Nutrition Education Through Technology |
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Setting the Table for Success: Using Chart Review to Enhance CPA Practice |
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Reinventing Nutrition Counseling at the City of Dallas WIC Program |
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Change for Good: Documenting the Impact of the 2026 WIC Food Package Change |
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General Session: Look for the Helpers: What Mister Rogers Taught Us About Caring for Our Neighbors |
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Honoring Familismo: Culturally Sensitive Nutrition Counseling & Education for Hispanic Families in WIC |
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What the WIC Workforce is Telling Us About Staffing: Stories from the First Year of the I Matter Project |
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Reproductive Health: Strategies for Effective Referrals within the WIC Visit |
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General Session: Updates from USDA |
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A Pilot Exploration of Preschool Parents Perspectives on Outreach Messaging: What Resonates and Why |
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Solving Diaper Need with WIC: Illinois' Model for Choice and Convenience |
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Closing General Session: The Future of WIC: Participant Perspectives |
Recordings Disclaimer: While we anticipate high-quality recordings, unforeseen technical issues may arise. NWA is committed to ensuring the best possible experience for all attendees.
In person attendees already have access to the recordings and do not need to purchase on demand recordings.
Payment Details
Must be fully paid to access recordings.
Access Details
On Demand Access will be given to new registrants every Tuesday and Thursday, excluding holidays.
Be on the lookout for access instructions from [email protected]
Recordings will be available the week of June 22, 2026
On Demand Registration will close on September 16, 2026.
Access to recordings ends September 30, 2026.
We suggest using Chrome to access the Hubilo Platform.
CPE Activity Application
Registered Dietitians/ Nutritionists and Dietetic Technicians-Registered:
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Policies
All registrations for on-demand access are final. Cancellations and refund requests will not be accepted for any reason.
NWA is committed to providing high-quality recordings of all sessions. However, due to the nature of virtual content delivery, occasional technical issues may occur. Refunds will not be issued for minor technical difficulties. If recordings are determined by NWA to be completely unviewable, we will work with participants to provide an appropriate resolution.
For questions, please contact the NWA National Office at [email protected]
This 2026 NWA Annual Justification Toolkit is a ready-to-use resource designed to help you clearly and confidently explain the value of attending the National WIC Association’s Annual Education & Training Conference (May 27–30, 2026 in Dallas, TX) to your supervisor or leadership team.
It includes key talking points, customizable language, and practical examples to help you communicate why this conference matters for professional development, program impact, and organizational goals, and to make the case for conference support or funding.
By registering for this conference, you agree to all conference policies.
General Policies
Cancellation & Refund Policy
COVID-19 Policy (No Vaccination Requirements)
NWA shall not be held liable for COVID-19 cases arising because of event attendance.
NWA’s Meetings & Events Entry Policy is subject to change based on guidance from CDC and/or federal or state officials. NWA may update these requirements at any time at its sole discretion.
Privacy Policy
Data privacy and security are important to us. When You register for this Conference, NWA will process Your data in accordance with NWA’s legitimate interests for hosting an industry event and for being a community-based organization. Please review our privacy policy, available on the NWA website, including how to exercise your rights.
In the event You register with a hotel offering a discounted or reduced rate for conference attendees, You expressly agree to allow such hotel to provide information regarding Your stay to NWA for the purposes of allowing NWA and the hotel to verify any and all contractual obligations between NWA and the hotel have been met.
Liability Waiver
You understand that travel and gathering involves risk of sickness, including sickness from COVID-19 and injury. You (and on behalf of Your guest(s) waive, release and shall hold harmless and indemnify, NWA and its sponsors and exhibitors, and their employees and agents, from and against claims, liabilities and expenses arising from injury, sickness or death due to travel to or attendance at the Conference.
This waiver and release is binding on You and Your 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 and shall not receive any refund or repayment. Thank you for helping to make this a welcoming event for all.
Media Disclaimer
NWA intends to record, take photographs and video of this event for use in NWA news, educational material, and promotional material, in print, electronic and other media, including the NWA websites. By participating in this event, You 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.
ALERT: Beware of Housing Scams!
Be vigilant and aware of nonofficial housing companies that contact exhibitors and attendees claiming to be able to secure hotel rooms at a better rate. These “poachers” are not authorized to represent NWA.