Scope: <span>Policy</span>

NWA Statement on the WHO International Code on Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes

In 2011, the National WIC Association issued a statement in support of the World Health Organization’s International Code on Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes.

Striking the Right Balance: Modernizing WIC Access with Remote Service Models

As WIC works to reach a larger share of the eligible population, remote services have proven to be a popular and effective tool to expand the program’s reach and impacts. […]

The PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act: What You Should Know

After championing the legislation for nearly a decade, the PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act was signed into law in December 2022. The new law makes several important changes to ensure […]

Enhancing Efforts to Reach Eligible WIC Families

Despite a clear record of improved maternal, infant, and child health outcomes, WIC is currently serving approximately half of the total eligible population. The American Rescue Plan Act included funding […]

WIC’s Role in the National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health

The National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health was unveiled at the White House Conference in September 2022. The Strategy lays out a vision to reduce hunger and build healthier […]

Support the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act

The Momnibus Act is a comprehensive package of bills that would address entrenched racial disparities in maternal health. Introduced by Reps. Lauren Underwood (D-IL) and Alma Adams (D-NC) and Sen. […]

What Do WIC Staff Need to Know About Medicaid “Unwinding”?

This resource from the National WIC Association and Center on Budget and Policy Priorities outlines considerations for WIC staff as they support participating families in navigating the end of Medicaid’s […]

WIC’s Role Emerging from 2022’s Infant Formula Shortages

In February 2022, Abbott Nutrition announced a nationwide recall of infant formula products produced at their Michigan facility after persistent safety violations raised the possibility that Abbott products were connected […]

Connecting WIC with Local Farmers

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) has a long history of engaging local farmers and producers. In addition to offering selections of fresh produce, local […]

2023 Farm Bill: Building WIC/SNAP Linkages to Strengthen Nutrition Security

With the current Farm Bill set to expire in September 2023, Congress is poised to review the comprehensive legislation that reauthorizes critical food assistance programs and farm subsidies. NWA outlines […]

Scope: Policy