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State Shut Down Avoided
The legislature acted at the very last minute and avoided a state shut down: the Governor signed the 2017-19 operating budget late last night. But their work isn't done yet - they were not able to come to an agreement on the capital budget, so we hear negotiators will...
Nutrition First is Seeking Dedicated Individuals to Serve on our Board of Directors.
"I’ve enjoyed being the Treasurer for Nutrition First this past year and a half. I have been able to expand my skills with QuickBooks, and enjoyed getting to know the various board members. I was able to attend the NWA leadership conference in DC and was able to be...
Call for Breastfeeding Award Nominations and Committee Members
This year, Nutrition First will be presenting the awards previously presented by the Breastfeeding Coalition of Washington. We are seeking nominations for the following Awards: The Nancy Danoff, MD, Spirit of Service Award: This award recognizes and honors an...
World Breastfeeding Week
Nutrition First hopes that everyone had a fun World Breastfeeding Week and that your activities and events went well! Those who submitted an activity/event description to Nutrition First were put into a random drawing for a Starbucks Gift Card, and the winner is:...
Upcoming Events
Advances in Lactation Support Conference – A Trauma Informed Approach. June 3, 2020. Live Webinar!!
06/03/2020 @ 8:45 am – 3:15 pm –
Live Webinar! Foundations in Lactation Support – Monday July 20 and Tuesday July 21 2020.
07/20/2020 @ All Day – Live Webinar! (recording also available). Part 1: Monday July 20, 2020. 9:00-12:30 am Part 2: Tuesday July 21, 2020. 9:00-12:30 am (Original Date – 3/24/20. If you were registered for 3/24, your registration has been automatically moved to July 20/21. If you need to request a refund, contact info@nutritionfirstwa.org) Again this year Nutrition […]
Live Webinar! Building on Foundations in Lactation Support – Wednesday July 22 and July 23.
07/22/2020 @ All Day – Live Webinar! Part 1: Wednesday July 22, 9:00-12:00 Part 2: Thursday July 23, 9:00-12:00 (Original Date – 3/26/20. If you were registered for 3/26, your registration has been automatically moved to July 22/23. If you need to request a refund, please contact info@nutritionfirstwa.org) This training moves past the Foundations training and addresses more breastfeeding challenges […]
Recent Job Postings
Vendor and Farmers Market Specialist – Office of Nutrition Services
Vendor and Farmers Market Specialist Vendor and Farmers Market Specialist (HSC3) Bilingual – Spanish (DOH4848) This position works with partners to enhance the health of individuals, families, and communities. As a Vendor and Farmers Market Specialist, you will join a team that is involved in all aspects of vendor and contractor management for the Women, […]
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