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Publication Date

September 20, 2024

Type
Report
Topics
Advocacy Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Health Equity Policy WIC Food Package




Report

2024 State of WIC Report: Celebrating 50 Years of Impact

By The National WIC Association

The National WIC Association (NWA) has released the 2024 State of WIC Report, celebrating 50 years of improving maternal and child health in the U.S. As the nation’s first “Food as Medicine” program, WIC supports over 6.7 million mothers and children each month. This 56-page report highlights WIC’s history, ongoing advancements, and challenges while outlining solutions for the future. Throughout the report, NWA emphasizes the program’s success and calls for modernized technology, increased participation, workforce investment, and sustainable funding to ensure WIC continues to benefit families nationwide.

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Date Added
September 20, 2024


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