Mission: To lead the future of dietetics through the vision of its members who are the most valued source of food, nutrition and dietetics in the Austin area.
Values: customer focus, integrity, innovation, life-long learning, collaboration, inclusivity and social responsibility.
Strategic Goal #1: Position members to compete successfully in a rapidly changing environment.
Objectives: 1. Increase the leadership and business skills of members. 2. Increase networking/communication opportunities among members. 3. Build alliances with other professionals, businesses and industry. 4. Increase opportunities for members to add credentials. 5. Enhance visibility for and support of TDAF and ADAF.
Strategic Goal #2: Increase visibility, demand and utilization of services by Austin DA members.
Objectives: 1. Increase public awareness of the benefits of nutrition services provided by Austin DA members. 2. Increase member awareness and knowledge of MNT act and its impact. 3. Increase the professional development opportunities for members. 4. Promote public awareness of Austin DA members through enhanced media relations.
Strategic Goal #3: Influence the policy initiatives of key audiences.
Objectives: 1. Influence key proposed state legislation and/or regulations with a nutrition and food component to include services by Austin DA members. 2. Form alliances with appropriate professional groups and associations and identify initiatives of mutual benefit. 3. Increase Austin DA member participation in Public Policy Workshops. 4. Educate members regarding legislative issues, processes, and skills necessary to accomplish the legislative agenda.