The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced plans to restructure its Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), including relocating WIC oversight staff and shifting from regional offices to new hubs across the country. The National WIC Association (NWA) strongly opposes the proposal, citing concerns about the loss of regional expertise, disruption to state and local operations, and lack of transparency and congressional approval. NWA is urging USDA to pause implementation and work with WIC stakeholders to avoid negatively impacting program access and effectiveness.
We are excited to announce that the 2026 NWA Annual Education and Training Conference will be held in Dallas, Texas from Wednesday, May 27 through Saturday, May 30, 2026!
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In recognition of Maternal Health Awareness Month, this resource-based blog highlights tools, research, and educational materials that support maternal mental health, participant-centered care, accessibility, and family well-being within WIC. The blog features mental health resources, NWA resource collections, AHEAD 3.0 materials, and upcoming webinars that WIC staff and agencies can use to strengthen support for families and communities.
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