Georgia Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics

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Georgia Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics The Georgia Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics is the largest organization of food & nutrition professionals in the state.

An affiliate of the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the Georgia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (the Georgia Academy) is the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the state. The Georgia Academy is committed to improving the health of Georgians utilizing our members, the state’s leaders in nutrition and health. Over 1500 strong, the Georgia Academy members include registered and licensed dietitians, registered dietetic technicians and nutrition students and interns employed or interning in a variety of settings including hospitals and clinics, schools, public health and community agencies, business, academia, private practice and more. Our members are spread throughout Georgia – a network of health professionals ready to serve as resources to the public, media and public policy makers. This page was developed as a key communication tool for Georgia Academy members. It will help the Georgia Academy fulfill its mission and vision to empower members to be the state’s food and nutrition leaders and to optimize Georgian’s health through food and nutrition. Visit often for updates on member issues, public policy updates, professional development opportunities and links to nutrition resources. Any inappropriate or offensive comments or posts will be deleted at the moderators discretion.

🥦🥒Have your purchased your Fresh Harvest box yet?Supporting GAND PAC has never been easier! You can bring the farmers ma...
10/12/2026

🥦🥒Have your purchased your Fresh Harvest box yet?

Supporting GAND PAC has never been easier!

You can bring the farmers market to your doorstep with Fresh Harvest and they'll donate 10% of EVERY purchase from August through the end of November right back to GAND PAC! 🥦

Fresh Harvest partners with 20+ local organic farms and 100+ producers to deliver fresh, customizable grocery boxes all across metro Atlanta. Shop everything from produce and dairy to meats, bread, and prepared foods. 🥬🥩🍋

Whether you're an existing Fresh Harvest customer or brand new to them you can use the special discount code GAND2026 for a one-time $15 off coupon.

Once the coupon is used, Fresh Harvest will automatically track every order back to our fundraiser and donate 10% of EVERY purchase you make with them through the end of November!

Link: https://freshharvest.com/

Reminder: This event was rescheduled to November 19 from 6–8 p.m. at Politan Row at Ashford Lane.Join us for a Friendsgi...
10/11/2026

Reminder: This event was rescheduled to November 19 from 6–8 p.m. at Politan Row at Ashford Lane.

Join us for a Friendsgiving-themed evening with dinner provided by Monte Nido, networking, and an optional opportunity to bring a shelf-stable food donation for a local organization.

Please RSVP here: https://eatrightgeorgia.org/event/metro-atlanta-meet-up/

🍑 Have an idea worth growing? We want to hear it! 🎤Speaker proposals are now OPEN for GAND ACE 2027!📅 March 25–26, 2027 ...
10/10/2026

🍑 Have an idea worth growing? We want to hear it! 🎤

Speaker proposals are now OPEN for GAND ACE 2027!

📅 March 25–26, 2027 📍 Emory University | Atlanta, GA 🍑 Theme: GEORGIA GROWN

We’re looking for engaging speakers and fresh ideas across six areas:

🍑 Georgia Grown
❤️ Grown for Health
🤝 Growing Healthy Communities
🌎 Growing a Sustainable Food Future
🔬 Growing Nutrition Science
🚀 Growing the RDN

From Georgia agriculture and food as medicine to AI, emerging research, sustainability, leadership, and innovation—bring us your best ideas!

⏰ Proposals open through October 31, 2026.

👉 Submit your proposal: https://forms.gle/B4ah2KZVHPTaRD819 or go to link in bio 🔗

Bring your ideas. Share your expertise. Help us grow the future of nutrition and dietetics. 🌱

The GAND Stronger Together Mentor Program is here to uplift and connect Georgia dietitians! Whether you’re just starting...
10/08/2026

The GAND Stronger Together Mentor Program is here to uplift and connect Georgia dietitians! Whether you’re just starting out, changing specialties, exploring a new career path, or seeking growth in your current role, this program is designed for you.

By pairing experienced RDs with those looking for guidance, we’re creating a supportive space where collaboration, wisdom, and encouragement thrive. Mentors and mentees commit to meeting twice a month for 4 months, and we hope relationships continue to grow beyond the program.

Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected dietetics community. Applications are now open!

Link in bio 🔗

Position Title: Clinical Dietitian, Morrison Healthcare, Springfield, GACompany: Compass Group/Morrison HealthcareLocati...
10/08/2026

Position Title: Clinical Dietitian, Morrison Healthcare, Springfield, GA

Company: Compass Group/Morrison Healthcare

Location: Effingham Hospital - Springfield, GA

Setting: 100 bed LTC along with 25 bed inpatient

Schedule: Full time; Monday - Friday (occasional exceptions for weekends); Remote on Fridays, flex depending on business needs

Requirement: Must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. New grads welcome!

Salary: $75k - $80k

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

See the rest of the listing, including details about skills, benefits, how to apply and more at eatrightgeorgia.org on the Members Only Job Board!

🍑 Members get job postings straight to their inbox one week before it is posted on social media. Become a member today and be the first to hear about your next job!

📢If you’re hiring, GAND can help you reach qualified nutrition professionals across Georgia. Visit our website to request a job posting.

✨ GEORGIA DIETITIANS — THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO GET CONNECTED! ✨Are you a Georgia Registered Dietitian who isn’t currently a...
10/07/2026

✨ GEORGIA DIETITIANS — THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO GET CONNECTED! ✨

Are you a Georgia Registered Dietitian who isn’t currently a member of the Georgia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (GAND)?

Let’s change that!

From October 6 – November 17, use code GAFALL25 when you join or renew your Academy membership to waive the reinstatement fee!

🌟 WHAT DO YOU GET WITH GAND?
💚 Member-only networking & social events
📚 Free & discounted continuing education
💼 Exclusive professional resources
🚀 First access to our members-only job board
🌱 Leadership & professional development opportunities
🗣️ A stronger collective voice for our profession
And your membership makes an impact beyond you!

🇺🇸 Academy membership supports advocacy to advance Medical Nutrition Therapy, protect and expand our scope of practice, defend licensure, and elevate RDNs as trusted nutrition experts.

🍑 Here in Georgia, 20% of Academy membership dues are returned directly to GAND to support education, networking, leadership, and advocacy opportunities for dietitians across our state.

Whether you're a new RDN or have been practicing for decades… whether you're in clinical, private practice, community, food service, industry, research, telehealth, or something completely different…
THERE IS A PLACE FOR YOU IN GAND! 💚

🍂 JOIN OR RENEW: October 6 – November 17
🎟️ USE CODE: GAFALL25
🔗 join or renew on the Academy website

Come connect. Come grow. Come get involved.

Position Title: Clinical Dietitian, Morrison HealthcareCompany: Compass Group/Morrison HealthcareLocation: Candler Hospi...
10/07/2026

Position Title: Clinical Dietitian, Morrison Healthcare

Company: Compass Group/Morrison Healthcare

Location: Candler Hospital - Savannah, GA�
Setting: 350-bed acute care hospital�
Schedule: Full time; Monday - Friday with one weekend per month�
Requirement: Must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. New grads welcome!!�
Salary: $56k - $70k based on experience�
Relocation Assistance offered!

See the rest of the listing, including details about skills, benefits, how to apply and more at eatrightgeorgia.org on the Members Only Job Board!

🍑 Members get job postings straight to their inbox one week before it is posted on social media. Become a member today and be the first to hear about your next job!

📢If you’re hiring, GAND can help you reach qualified nutrition professionals across Georgia. Visit our website to request a job posting.

Please join us in welcoming Emily Saenz Carvajal, our 2026 GAND Student Member Liaison from the University of Georgia! 🐾...
10/03/2026

Please join us in welcoming Emily Saenz Carvajal, our 2026 GAND Student Member Liaison from the University of Georgia! 🐾🍎

We’re so excited to have Emily representing and connecting with dietetic students across Georgia! 💚

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 Student Stipend Recipients! 🎉Please join us in celebrating Kanza Fatima and Christopher Ha...
10/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 Student Stipend Recipients! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating Kanza Fatima and Christopher Harris, both students at Georgia State University, on being selected as recipients of GAND student stipends! 🍑

We are proud to support the next generation of nutrition and dietetics professionals and celebrate the dedication and potential of these outstanding students.

👏 Congratulations, Kanza and Christopher! We can’t wait to see all you accomplish in your careers!

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4780 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Ste A #512
Atlanta, GA
30338

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