about us

Nutrition First serves as the Washington WIC Association

We support and promote breastfeeding, good nutrition, and access to food through education and advocacy. Our efforts focus on the pre-natal and early childhood populations (with an emphasis on reaching low income families); promoting prevention and shaping the health of the next generation by decreasing risk factors for chronic disease through a lifetime of good nutrition. We feel that access to healthy food is a social responsibility, and we know that good nutrition prepares a child to succeed in school and reach their full potential. Nutrition First is registered as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Mission

We support and promote good nutrition, breastfeeding, and equitable access to healthy foods through education and advocacy.

Vision

Well-nourished communities thriving in Washington State.

Membership

is comprised of those providing and/or administrating the WIC program, early learning professionals, Registered Nurses, Registered Dietitians, IBCLC’s and others with a passion in fulfilling our mission. Individual membership is free. By signing up to receive the Nutrition First Newsletter, you are considered a member!

Local WIC Agency Membership

All WIC agencies in Washington State are members of Nutrition First. Local WIC Agency Membership Benefits

We would like to recognize our Lifetime Members – these individuals contributed a lifetime membership donation to Nutrition First:

Betty Clemmons
Susan Thiel
Lisa DiGiorgio
Malvina Goodwin
Barbara Krogstad
Stacey Webb

History

Nutrition First, formerly Washington Association of Local WIC Agencies (WALWICA), was founded in 1987 by six WIC staff members who recognized the need to bring together the collective knowledge of a WIC professional to strengthen the quality of services provided to low-income women, infants, and children.

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Newsletter Archives

Trainings, Advocacy, and More!

Posted: September 5, 2021

Read about trainings, advocacy opportunities, and more in this issue of the Nutrition First newsletter!

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August in World Breastfeeding Month! Learn more in our August newsletter

Posted: August 4, 2021

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July Newsletter

Posted: July 19, 2021

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Upcoming Events

Foundations in Lactation Support – on demand Webinars coming soon!

Posted: September 10, 2021

09/10/2021 – 12/31/2021 @ All Day – Foundations in Lactation Support Updated for 2021 to be more inclusive of the diverse population WIC serves! This training is perfect for those new to providing breastfeeding support. It’s also good for those who want a refresher on how to support breastfeeding families. This training covers staff roles, how to use client centered communication […]

Annual Advances in Lactation Support Conference: September 21, 2021

Posted: September 21, 2021

09/21/2021 @ 8:30 am – 4:15 pm – Annual Advances in Lactation Support Conference (Virtual) Tuesday September 21, 2021 presented virtually with live presentations and Q & A Sessions will be recorded and available through December 2021 AGENDA 8:30am -10:00 am: The Impact of Historical Trauma on Breastfeeding and Why It Matters (part 1) Speaker: Leanne Brock 10:00-10:15am: Break 10:15am -11:45 am […]

Recent Job Postings

Registered Dietitian Supervisor – Seattle, WA

Posted: September 17, 2021

The Registered Dietitian (RD) Supervisor is responsible for the management of the Nutrition team, serves as a clinician for the Nutrition and Family Services (NFS) team including the WIC program, and supports the NFS Director with the development, evaluation and implementation of NFS services. This position also provides therapeutic diet instruction and/or nutrition counseling to […]

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Certified Diabetes Specialist – RD or RN in Rainier Beach, WA

Posted: August 11, 2021

The Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (RD, CDCES) or Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (RN, CDCES), works in partnership and joint accountability with other staff members to achieve Neighborcare’s Mission, Guiding Principles and goals. The primary focus is to optimize the health status of patients with diabetes by providing […]

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Registered Dietitian Contractor – Shelton, WA

Posted: June 8, 2021

Contractor – Registered Dietician Scope of Work: The individual selected to fill this position will work up to 30-hours per month in the Shelton WA WIC clinic serving as Registered Dietician and will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of nutrition appointments for WIC clients of medical high risk; as well as, consulting with […]

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