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The Hunger and Environmental Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group promotes optimal nutrition and well-being for all people, now and in the future, acknowledging the interdependence of food and water security, health, agriculture and the environment.
All people have access to food from a healthful, sustainable environment.
Increasing appreciation for and understanding of food security, food production, and environmental food issues among members
Promoting member involvement locally, nationally, and internationally in hunger and environmental issues
Providing leadership both within the ADA and outside as preferred educators on issues of food security and sustainable ecosystems
Identifying issues, educating members, and supporting legislation and regulations related to sustainable ecosystems as they relate to current and emerging food production, processing and distribution practices
Increasing public awareness and action on hunger and environmental issues
Networking with food and nutrition professionals who are interested and active in issues related to how our food is grown, how our eating affects the environment in which we live, and who gets the food which is produced
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Interact with members who have diverse perspectives on issues through our electronic mailing list