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The HEN Post Newsletter

HEN Post Fall 2020

An inspirational edition with stories of innovation amongst dietitians in COVID-19, Buddhist approaches to food insecurity and environmentalism, local food economies, and more!

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HEN Post Summer 2019

Learn about the Regenerative Organic Label, upcoming CEU's, diversity in food systems, and more!

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HEN Post Spring 2019

Within this issue, learn more about our newest HEN member in the spotlight, Sara Elnakib, RD, MP, CHES, who won the 2018 HEN Excellence Award in Hunger and Environmental Nutrition. Also in this issue, Shannon Pierson, MS, RDN describes strategies for how HEN members can help move food pantries toward healthier food options. Learn how student member Dimitra Kristina Thomopolous gives athletes tips about “Eating Healthy on a Budget.” Plus more, inside this issue.

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HEN Post Summer 2018

Learn about palm oil and sustainability, Farm Bill and advocacy, GMO controversy, and much more!

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HEN DPG Webinars

Oct 29, 2020

"Food and Sustainability: What we can learn from Earth’s planetary boundaries"

Our food system has a larger environmental impact than perhaps any other human activity. In this one-hour webinar, Dr. Emery will present a close look at the ways food and agriculture affect planet Earth, the differences in environmental burdens between foods, and the effects of food production on global and local health.

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Sep 29, 2020

More Inclusive Nutrition: Enhancing Your Practice Through Cultural Understanding

Several of the Member Interest Groups (MIGs) are jointly hosting a very timely webinar on creating a more inclusive practice. The event is free for any member or non-member.

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Sep 15, 2020

New Horizons: Nutrition and Dietetic Experiences in Low-Resource International Settings

Nutrition is recognized as a key component in meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are well-positioned to be part of the solution to malnutrition worldwide. In this webinar, meet three dietitians who have volunteered with a variety of organizations to build the capacity of local people to meet nutritional needs in their own country. Learn how to become involved in international volunteer work and how to join with other dietitians with the same interest.

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HEN welcomes like-minded entities and organizations who are interested in working together on hunger and/or environmental projects, and for the purpose of sharing information.

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