Nominations for 2023 WM DPG Awards have closed.
Review the info below and consider applying in 2024 - the application period will open in late December 2023/early January 2024.
WM DPG provides four awards to WM DPG members that honor excellence and achievement in the field of weight management.
The recipients are recognized each fall.
PRACTICE: Consistently demonstrate excellence in practice in the area of weight management.
• Emerging Practice Award recipient will be in practice as an RDN for <10 years
• Practice Award recipient will be in practice as an RDN for ≥ 10 years
OUTCOMES RESEARCH: Contribute to original outcomes research that is useful for improving weight management practice.
• Emerging Outcomes Research Award recipient will be <10 years from last post-baccalaureate degree
• Outcomes Research Award recipient will be ≥ 10 years from last post-baccalaureate degree
Each recipient will be recognized in the fall (details TBA).
Take a moment and hear from a previous recipient!
Learn more about the award process here.
Access an awards FAQ here.
Download a sample submission form here. You can gather information in advance!
Submit your nomination here.
Nominations were due April 1, 2023.
Once you submit your online info, you will send your CV to the WM DPG Office.
Interested in seeing someone be an award recipient? Encourage them to complete the form! Or you can email us with the person's name, email address and which award you think they would be eligible for.