# Event Details - **Event Name**: MAND Advocacy Day 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 am – Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Advocacy for our profession is our responsibility! Nutrition professionals active or retired, students or interns, make your voice heard!About this EventJoin us for MAND's Advocacy Day 2026, where we come together to make our voices heard and advocate for the most important issues in the field of nutrition.This in-person continuing education workshop will take place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at The Maryland Inn; Historic Inns of Annapolis, Duke of Gloucester Room. For a comprehensive educational experience, there is a pre-advocacy day webinar January 28th, 2026.Advocacy Day is a powerful opportunity for nutrition professionals at any stage to connect with policymakers, learn, and make an impact. You’ll join informative sessions, interactive workshops, and networking with peers who share your passion. Expert speakers will offer practical insights to strengthen your advocacy skills, and you’ll meet directly with legislators to discuss real, meaningful nutrition policy issues.Whether you’re experienced in advocacy or just getting started, Advocacy Day 2026 offers something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to help shape the future of our profession and support healthier communities.Event Details:Location: The Maryland Inn; Historic Inns of Annapolis, Duke of Gloucester RoomAddress: 16 Church Cir, Annapolis, Maryland 214012/11/25 MAND Advocacy Day, In-Person Workshop7:30a-4p, breakfast, lunch and snacks provided4-6p Networking Reception: Skip Traffic, Join us afterward!We will be hosting a reception afterward for attendee networking and the February Board of Directors meeting. We will be moving to the "Treaty of Paris" room within the Maryland Inn directly after Advocacy Day for networking, light fare and cash bar.We will hold the MAND board meeting from 5-6pm (optional for non-Board members, RSVP required). You are welcome to drop in for networking and/or to see what a MAND board meeting is all about!Early Bird Discount Ends 12/31/25Regular Prices Starting 1/1/26MAND Members $75Non-MAND Members $85Dietetic Students/Retired/Military $55Due to the nature of the workshop, teams are organized in advance. Ticket sales close 1/28/25, no exceptions due to team assignments and headcount requirements.Based on group size/availability MAND may allow "Late Ticket" purchases after the deadline. In the event tickets are purchased late, group assignments will not be guaranteed, write-in name tags will be provided, and the ticket price increased. Tickets will still need to be purchased via Eventbrite in advance or on-site.*Pending Approval for 2/11/26 workshop ~7 CPEUs from CDR, pending 1 CPEU via webinar January 28th, 2025You will need to list your Legislative District on your registration, to find it, use the link here Find My Representatives "Look Up" ToolYou can find an Interactive Google Map of the Advocacy Day location where we will start the day, buildings we will be visiting (walking), and parking options.Find FAQs, Preparation Tips, What to Expect and more...LINKED HEREAlso, stay tuned for Maryland's Advocacy Town Halls coming up where we will discuss the modernization of dietetics licensure, the compact, and to advocate for our professional license in our state!***Note: this event is pertinent to the advancement of the profession, students outside of the Dietetics profession may be able to attend, with some additional requirements/modifications in the schedule. For non-dietetics student attendees, please reach out to Advocacy@Eatwellmd.org prior to purchasing tickets.Advocacy DayPre-Advocacy Day Webinar January 28th 2026?: 07:30 AM - 06:00 PM In Person February 11th, 2026: Detailed Agenda to Follow?: 07:30 AM - 08:00 AMCheck-In & Breakfast?: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PMNetworking Reception & Board MeetingHost: Treaty of Paris RoomInfo: Skip Traffic, Join us afterward! We are hosting a reception afterward for attendee networking and for the February Board of Directors meeting. We will be moving to the Treaty of Paris Room within the Maryland Inn directly after Advocacy Day! We will have networking available from 4-6pm, and also concurrently hold the MAND board meeting from 5-6pm. You are welcome to drop in for networking and/or to see what a MAND board meeting is all about! Lite Fare and a cash bar will be provided. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/annapolis/mand-advocacy-day-2026/100001974347181568 - **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups, virtual, webinar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 92.55, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Annapolis - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: The Maryland Inn of the Historic Inns of Annapolis - **lat**: 38.9781434 - **long**: -76.49213 - **full address**: The Maryland Inn of the Historic Inns of Annapolis, 16 Church Circle, Annapolis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: MAND Advocacy Day 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/75b4ae7fcbfc534fced0c26f4043accf29bb1ef9492198ec5a21e3e02b5cbc40-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1764750196 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is MAND Advocacy Day 2026 being held? - **A:** MAND Advocacy Day 2026 takes place on Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 am to Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Maryland Inn of the Historic Inns of Annapolis, 16 Church Circle, Annapolis, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing MAND Advocacy Day 2026? - **A:** MAND Advocacy Day 2026 is organized by Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** MAND Advocacy Day 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Annapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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