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Cultures of Gender and Age MIG

COGA MIG fosters inclusive connections among nutrition and dietetics professionals and students across gender identities, age groups and career stages. The MIG promotes the exchange of perspectives and lived experiences to support professional growth, belonging and collaboration within the Academy.

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Why Join COGA MIG?

COGA MIG provides an inclusive community that supports connection, learning and leadership while amplifying diverse perspectives across gender, age and lived experience in the nutrition and dietetics profession.

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Sub-Communities on Niche Topics

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Sub-Communities on Niche Topics

COGA MIG evolved from three former communities: Fifty Plus (FPIND), Men (NOMIN) and Thirty and Under (TUND). These focus areas continue to inform programming that addresses the unique needs of early‑career professionals, seasoned practitioners and men in dietetics while supporting a unified collective voice.
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Collaborative Community

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Collaborative Community

COGA MIG offers opportunities to connect through FNCE® networking events, year‑round communication, a member discussion board and a member directory that supports ongoing collaboration.
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Education and Professional Development

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Education and Professional Development

COGA MIG members access education and professional development opportunities including CPEU‑eligible webinars, educational toolkits and scholarships. Topics support lifelong learning across career transitions, technology use, workforce longevity and retirement readiness.
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Leadership Development

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Leadership Development

COGA MIG provides leadership development opportunities through service on the Executive Committee, leadership programs and scholarship support that encourage engagement and professional advancement.

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COGA MIG Highlights

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Recent Projects

Relaunch of the LGBTQIA+ Focus Group

COGA MIG recently relaunched its LGBTQIA+ Focus Group, bringing members and allies together for open dialogue about building a visible, meaningful and sustainable space within COGA. Conversations emphasized connection, shared experiences and future direction.
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Awards, Scholarships and Grants

Executive Leadership Team

Name Position
Hannah Lee Downing Tuttle, RDN Chair
Melinda J. Boyd, DCN, MPH, MHR, RD, FAND Past Chair
Jalak Patel, MS, RD, CDE Secretary
Beverly S. Bixby, RD, LD Nominating Committee Chair
John E. Foust, BS, RDN DPG HOD Delegate

Membership questions? We're here to help

Our Member Service Center offers prompt support for questions on membership, benefits, products, services or any other dietetics-related topics. Call or email us for personalized assistance. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Central time).
Phone: 800-877-1600, Option 1
International Phone: +1-312-899-0040, Option 1
Email: DPGMIGrelations@eatright.org

Sponsors

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Become a 2025-2026 COGA Sponsor

COGA MIG offers sponsorship opportunities that engage nearly 400 members through education, communication and community‑building initiatives. Opportunities may be customized to meet communication goals and organizational objectives.
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Meet Our Members

Cultures of Gender and Age MIG

COGA MIG provides a collective voice within the Academy for early‑career professionals, seasoned members and men in the nutrition and dietetics profession.

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