National WIC Association

2026 Virtual NWA Technology, Innovation, and Vendor Management Conference - On Demand

September 9-10, 2026




About the Conference

Registration for On Demand Recordings is NOW OPEN! 

The National WIC Association invites you to join us virtually on September 9–10, 2026, for the 2026 NWA Virtual Technology, Innovation, and Vendor Management Conference! This virtual conference brings together WIC leaders, innovators, technology partners, vendor management professionals, and public health experts to explore the ideas, tools, and strategies shaping the future of WIC.

This year’s theme: Engage, Inspire, Energize: Driving WIC Innovation and Technology Forward, reflects the collaboration, innovation, and forward-thinking strategies shaping the future of WIC.

What Can You Gain from This Conference?

This virtual conference is designed to provide meaningful and practical takeaways that attendees can apply directly within their agencies, programs, and communities. 

Attendees will:

  1. Explore technologies, tools, and strategies that strengthen WIC service delivery, participant engagement, and the shopping experience
  2. Learn how agencies are advancing interoperability, cross-program integration, data sharing, and MIS-informed program improvements
  3. Hear real-world examples and promising practices in participant-centered care, digital engagement, and retention strategies
  4. Discover strategies for improving accessibility, bridging the digital divide, and designing participant-centered digital tools
  5. Explore e-commerce, WIC online shopping pilots, vendor partnerships, and innovation in eWIC environments
  6. Learn about artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, data privacy, and the responsible use of AI in WIC systems
  7. Connect virtually with WIC professionals, technology leaders, researchers, vendors, and partners nationwide
  8. Gain practical insights and fresh ideas to support innovation within agencies and programs

View the tentative agenda here!

Whether you are looking to strengthen existing systems, explore emerging trends, or connect with others advancing technology and innovation in WIC, this conference offers opportunities to learn from experts and peers leading this work forward – all from the comfort of your own home or office!


As we Engage, Inspire, and Energize the future of WIC, we look forward to coming together virtually to continue advancing innovation and technology across the WIC community.

On Demand Recordings

Couldn't Attend the Conference in Person?

Experience the 2026 NWA Technology, Innovation, and Vendor Management Conference On Demand!

National WIC Association (NWA) is offering an opportunity to access on-demand recorded sessions from the Technology, Innovation, and Vendor Management Conference.

Don’t miss out—register today to Engage, Inspire, Energize: Driving WIC Innovation and Technology Forward

Registration Rate: NWA Member $199│ Non Member $229


What’s included?

  • 12 recorded sessions packed with insights, inspiration, and innovation.

  • Continuing education opportunities: 10 recorded sessions are approved for CPEUs (1 CPEU per session/hour) in accordance with CDR's Prior Approval Program. 2 sessions are pending review/approval.  Once approved we will udpate this information.  CERPS are not available via on-demand.  Certificates for continuing education will bev sent to learners after completion of the conference evaluation, which is linked in the Event Feed of the conference platform where the recorded sessions are hosted. 

Recorded Sessions Continuing Education

Leveraging Innovation in Health and Human Services for WIC

1 CPEU

From Pilot to Public: Expanding a WIC App to All Parents, Equitably

1 CPEU

Reducing Barriers to Participation Through Medicaid Data Linkage

1 CPEU

Emerging Patterns in WIC Online Shopping

1 CPEU

Can we afford it? Oregon WIC's Cost Analysis and Implementation of the New Food Package

1 CPEU

WIC Online Shopping: Lessons Learned from Designing and Building WIC Online Shopping Solutions

1 CPEU

Reducing Barriers to Participation: How New Mexico WIC Uses Integrated Insights to Drive Continuous Program Improvement

1 CPEU

WIC Policy Updates from NWA

1 CPEU

Help shape a New Tool to Assess and Improve Your MIS

Pending

MDxACCESS: A Comprehensive Interoperability Framework Linking Healthcare and WIC Through Automated Referrals, Real‑Time Health Data Exchange, and Integrated Care Workflows

1 CPEU

Updates from USDA

1 CPEU

Modernizing WIC Compliance: Virtual Monitoring, Data Mining, and Retailer Alignment

Pending

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]

  • On Demand Registration will close on December 30, 2026.

  • Access to recordings ends January 8, 2026. 

  • We suggest using Chrome to access the VirtualPro Platform. 

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]

Agenda

*subject to change

All times listed are in Eastern Time.

Please click here for draft agenda

 

Thanks to our Sponsors

   

 

 

 

 


 

NWA Conference Policies

Conference Polices

By registering for this conference, you agree to all conference policies listed below.

 

General Policies

  • All individuals and/or entities are strictly prohibited from electronically recording or broadcasting any conference events without prior written consent from NWA.
  • Press representatives must register and receive a Press Pass and photo/recording permission from NWA.
  • Information presented in sessions and posters may not represent the views or standards of NWA. 
  • We encourage everyone to share their voice, but ask that on event platforms participants avoid posting repeatedly in a short period of time. Help us create a balanced, engaging feed where all voices can be heard. NWA reserves the right to review and remove posts that do not align with these guidelines or that disrupt the event experience.
  • Only individuals and entities which have registered as Exhibitors are permitted to distribute promotional materials or advertise their business during the Conference. While NWA acknowledges and encourages networking and making connections, attempts by a Registrant to act in a capacity similar to an Exhibitor is not permitted. Any Registrant who violates this is subject to removal, without refund, from the Conference, and having both Registrant and any company employing or contracting with Registrant prohibited from attending and being an Exhibitor at future NWA events and conferences.

 

Cancellation & Refund Policy

  • Deadline for receipt of cancellations: 11:59 p.m. EDT on August 12, 2026.
  • Cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected] and should include the registration ID number and registrant name(s).
  • Cancellations are not accepted by phone.
  • Cancellations received before July 17 will receive 100% refund minus an admin fee of $25.
  • Cancellations received starting  July 18 will receive a 50% refund.
  • No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after August 12, 2026. 
  • Promotions/discounts are not retroactive and cannot be applied to previously purchased individual registrations. Limit one special offer/discount code per registration.
  • Refunds are not issued for no-shows.
  • If you DO NOT CANCEL YOU WILL STILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT! 
  • If registration balance is not paid, a hold will be placed on your account, preventing you from accessing your NWA Membership Benefits.
  • All registrations for on-demand access are final. Cancellations and refund requests will not be accepted for any reason.

  

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.

 

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 you for helping to make this a welcoming event for all.

 

Media Disclaimer 

NWA intends 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.

 

NWA may update these requirements at any time at its sole discretion.