MOWAA State Associations . . .What they are all about.

A bit of history:

At the 2008 MOWAA Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, we convened an open meeting and invited everyone interested in discussing state-specific initiatives that supported Senior Nutrition Programs to come and share what was happening in their states.  It was a hit. . .standing room only and brimming over, not only with people but also with ideas, energy and enthusiasm! There was much to share.

What we learned in Pittsburgh:

We saw clearly that there needed to be a formal infrastructure, or network, of state organizations that could communicate with and support one another and MOWAA and its membership as a whole.

MOWAA-Affiliated State Associations are the right formal infrastructure:

MOWAA is consistently lauded by Members as affording outstanding and invaluable national networking opportunities to individuals. The establishment of a network of State Associations across the United States will allow us to duplicate those principles and opportunities on the state  level.

Are there currently any MOWAA State Associations?

Yes. Four states – New York, Texas, Kansas and Pennsylvania – have MOWAA State Associations.

Do State Associations pay dues to MOWAA?

No. MOWAA requires no financial commitment of any kind from State Associations.

Will MOWAA assist state-based groups in establishing a MOWAA State Association?

Yes. Absolutely.

Take advantage of the opportunity to get the ball rolling for your state here at Conference. Speak with Peggy Ingraham, MOWAA’s Sr. Vice President for Public Policy. She’ll be happy to discuss the process of forming a State Association and some of the formal benefits with you. Or after Conference, you can always reach her at 703-548-5558 or peggy@mowaa.org