Grassroots advocacy—as the term implies—is a form of advocacy that grows organically
and, quite often, spontaneously at the local or regional level. As the leading food
and nutrition experts, registered dietitians (RDs) are in a unique position to shape
public policy, particularly at the ground level, by participating in a full spectrum
of advocacy activities.
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- Advocacy is a Natural Part Of Our Life and Work.J Am Diet Assoc. 2010; 110 (President's Page): 1604
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- Change maker: How a fiery dietitian and a little-known organization are changing Oregon's food and nutrition landscape.(Accessed October 20, 2010)
- Next on the menu: Labeling law could mean new career opportunities for RDs.J Am Diet Assoc. 2010; 110: 1144-1147
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This article was written by Tony Peregrin, an editor and writer for a Chicago-based medical association and freelance writer in Chicago, IL.
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