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In addition to the fantastic benefits ADA provides, AODA offers members a variety of unique benefits. Here are some of the benefits available:
International Dietetic Network (IDN)
The IDN is a resource for country-specific nutrition and dietetics information. Members serving as Country Representatives (CRs) provide information concerning AODA activities, national health care systems, education opportunities, local employment, and local food customs. CRs also provide professional support to members and act as liaisons to AODA and ADA members.
Click here for more information about the IDN Program.
AODA Newsletter - Passport
 A quarterly newsletter providing information on international conferences, association activities, updates on dietetics practice and ADA issues, as well as other news affecting the nutrition profession. The Passport also serves as a forum for keeping members connected.
To see current and recent issues of the Passport, log into the member-only website.
AODA MemberNet
 The MemberNET is a members-only website that provides links to career opportunities, international dietetic associations, the member directory, past newsletter issues, Continuing Education opportunities, Awards criteria and information, new member corner information, Leadership Team information, and more.
MemberListserve and E-mailing List
The member-only electronic mailing list offers a convenient way to connect with fellow AODA members by e-mail. The memberslistserve serves as a forum for keeping members connected.
If you are a member of AODA, you can subscribe to the mailing list here.
For any questions about the BENEFIT, CONTACT web@eatrightoverseas.org.
AODA Conferences & Local Meetings
 High-quality AODA educational programs are hosted in a variety of attractive international cities. Each event allows the unique chance to network with other AODA members and nutrition professionals from around the globe. Would you like to plan an educational event in your community? Members have access to the AODA Guide to Organizing Local and Regional Meetings, a how-to manual that takes you step-by-step through the process of preparing a meeting. AODA has the distinction of being an accredited Continuing Education Provider (CPE) through the U.S. Commission on Dietetic Registration.
For upcoming conferences please click on the Conference tab on the left. For additional information please email cpe@eatrightoverseas.org.
Education Stipend
A limited number of $500.00 educational stipends are available to qualified applicants for attending continuing education meetings. The AODA Education Stipend provides financial assistance to AODA members attending international educational events. AODA is proud to assist members as they represent our organization in a positive manner to the international dietetics community.
Applicants for the educational stipend must meet the following criteria:
Have not previously received an educational stipend from AODA in the past two years
Must be an AODA member
To download the Educational Stipend Application Form, please log into the member-only website on the left side of this page and click on the Continuing Education button in the menu bar.
For more information please contact the Member Services Chair at msc&eatrightoverseas.org
Professional Growth and Leadership Opportunities
Members have an opportunity to enhance leadership skills by serving as elected AODA officers or appointed committee members. Excellence in nutrition practice combined with volunteer efforts within AODA make several of our members eligible for distinguished AODA and ADA affiliate awards each year.
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ADA Member Benefits
As a member of ADA, you can take advantage of a variety of programs, products, and resources:
Information - Scientific and practical information you need for continued career success
- Keep current with ADA's Member-Only Web site. Features include the online version of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, an online education center where you can earn continuing professional education credit, and news about the Association's strategic actions. The Web site offers a variety of other valuable resources including links to affiliate dietetic associations and dietetic practice groups.
- ADA Times-Delivered right to your mailbox, this bi-monthly newsletter emphasizes breaking food and nutrition news, hot topics in nutrition, practice tips, public policy issues, Association news and events, professional and personal growth, legal and financial issues, and career development.
- Journal of the American Dietetic Association-Locate your favorite articles in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association with NEW in 2004 at a glance color-coded Practice Applications, Research, and Association News sections. Also visit the Journal online for 13 years of searchable back issues. Members also enjoy up to 4 CPE hours in each issue of the Journal at no additional cost.
- ADA Daily News-Receive a free daily e-mail briefing of the nation's leading print and electronic news sources for important food, nutrition, and health news.
- Enhance your client referral base with the Nationwide Nutrition Network (NNN), FREE with Active category membership. You do not need to be in private practice to participate. Represent your own practice, a group practice, or your employer in ADA's referral service for dietetics professionals.
- Evidence Analysis Library-Provides quick and ready access to the latest and best scientific and evidence-based information, including summaries of research in diseases and conditions like childhood overweight hyperlipidemia and critical illness.
- Scientific Summaries-Access through the member-only Web site to ADA's Scientific Summaries addressing the "hot" research studies in the five priority emerging areas: Obesity/Overweight, Aging, Complementary Care and Dietary Supplements, Food Supply, Human Genome and Genetics.
- Member Service Center-For your routine questions, dues payments, or to place catalog orders, the ADA Member Service Center provides streamlined communications, via a live voice answering the ADA telephones at 800/877-1600, ext. 5000, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central.
- Electronic Link-Participate in an e-mail list that is the perfect venue for members to share ideas and discuss pertinent issues with colleagues. Or, members can sign up for any of these free electronic publications:
- CEO Digest: ADA's chief executive officer, Ronald S. Moen, has developed this monthly electronic newsletter to keep members well informed about ADA news and Association activities.
- Grassroots Times: A monthly electronic bulletin focusing on grassroots activities and techniques, offering insights on the larger processes in which volunteers participate and highlighting opportunities and resources to be used in networking.
- On the Pulse: A weekly online newsletter includes topics that reflect ADA's legislative and regulatory priorities in Washington, DC and the states, as well as reimbursement, science, and practice-related matters
Representation - Your voice in Washington, the media and industry policy debates
- Policy and Advocacy-Benefit from the efforts of the ADA's Health Care Financing Team, which advocates on behalf of members to managed care organizations, private insurers and self-insured employers, as well as the ADA Political Action Committee (ADAPAC), one of the top health care PACs. Also members build their own advocacy skills by attending the annual Public Policy Workshop, which focuses on key legislative and regulatory issues affecting the profession.
- Public Education Campaigns-Reap the rewards of public campaigns like National Nutrition Month® that educate consumers and other health care professionals about nutrition and the ADA member's role as a dietetics professional. In addition, the ADA's network of spokespeople throughout the country responds to media questions on a variety of topics.
- Public Relations-The Association's public relations activities promote dietetics professionals to the public, professional peers and legislators. The goal is to inform all audiences who the food and nutrition experts are and how to contact them.
Education - Stay informed and earn continuing professional education credit through conferences, workshops, journal articles, and the online education center
- Annual Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo - September 16-19, 2006 -- Honolulu, HawaiiBroaden your knowledge and skills while connecting with your peers at this conference, which offers cutting-edge education programs and networking functions. Members receive special rates for conference registration as well as member preferred pricing at the ADA Bookstore.
- Center for Professional Development-ADA offers many continuing education opportunities via the annual Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo, live phone tele-seminars and webinars, continuing education articles in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, and through the many publications listed in the Products and Services Catalog. These opportunities allow dietetics professionals to be on the cutting edge of their profession and to be ready for the next career opportunity.
- ADA's Book & Publication Catalog-Turn to this resource for the latest in peer-reviewed and practice-related professional materials as well as a vast array of client and consumer education publications. Members receive preferred pricing on publications and other ADA products and services.
- Maneuver successfully through the Medicare maze with ADA's member-only Web site-the quickest guide to becoming an MNT Medicare provider.
- Scholarships-The Americana Dietetic Association Foundation helps to grow the dietetics profession through its scholarship program that encourages eligible students to enter the field and helps dietetics professionals enhance their career.
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Networking - An active community of professionals sharing knowledge, skills and ideas
- Affiliate Dietetic Associations-Members build partnerships and network with their colleagues at the state and district level. All ADA members receive automatic membership in an affiliate (state) association of their choice.
- Dietetic Practice Groups-These special interest groups enable members to improve their job performance, gain insight into specialized areas of food and nutrition, and network with colleagues by enrolling in one or more of these 29 different practice groups.
Clinical Nutrition Management
Consultant Dietitians in Health Care Facilities
Diabetes Care and Education
Dietetic Educators of Practitioners
Dietetic Technicians in Practice
Dietetics in Developmental and Psychiatric Disorders
Dietetics in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Dietitians in Business and Communication
Dietitians in Nutrition Support
Food and Culinary Professionals
Gerontological Nutritionists
HIV/AIDS
Hunger and Environmental Nutrition
Management in Food and Nutrition Systems
Medical Nutrition Practice Group
Nutrition Education for the Public
Nutrition Educators of Health Professionals
Nutrition Entrepreneurs
Nutrition in Complementary Care
Oncology Nutrition
Pediatric Nutrition
Public Health/Community Nutrition
Renal Dietitians
Research
School Nutrition Services
Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutritionists
Vegetarian Nutrition
Weight Management
Women's Health and Reproductive Nutrition
Leadership Opportunities-Leadership opportunities are also available to members who choose to become involved. Progressive responsibilities as a volunteer can also positively support a professional in their work roles.
Optional Member Benefits
- PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE: Administered by Marsh, a service of Seabury & Smith, available for private practice or traditional employment.insurance products are available to members, their spouses and families.
- HOMEOWNERS AND AUTO INSURANCE: Members can save up to $300 or more on auto, home and renter's insurance with Group Savings Plus® through Liberty Mutual.
- CREDIT CARD SERVICES:BankAmericaservices ranging from the Platinum Plus™ MasterCard® to the Student Preferred Credit Card.
- TRAVEL: Avis® Rent a Car Systems, Inc. offers ADA members a rental discount.
- TRAVEL STORE: Saves ADA members time by letting them book air travel online.
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