Volunteer: Get Involved!

How to Volunteer?

Please complete this Volunteer Form to get involved with GAND!

Serving in GAND leadership is an opportunity to influence the future of our profession, strengthen your leadership skills, and advocate for equitable, evidence-based nutrition care across Georgia.

Why Serve?

• Expand your professional network across Georgia
• Develop and showcase your leadership skills
• Contribute to advancing GAND’s mission to empower members to lead, innovate, and advocate for equitable, evidence-based nutrition care and optimal health for all.
• Give back to the profession and inspire the next generation of dietitians

Who Should Apply?
All active GAND members are encouraged to consider leadership opportunities. Each role offers unique ways to make an impact while gaining valuable experience.

How to Nominate?
Nominations for elected positions for the 2027-2028 fiscal year will open around September 2026. When open, the link will be listed here.

Questions? Please reach out to Michelle Sawaya, Nominating Committee Chair at Elkadi.michelle@gmail.com.

Best regards,

The Nominating Committee

Michelle Sawaya, MS, RD, LD — Nominating Chair

Julie Brake, MS, RD, LD — Nominating Chair Elect

Madiha Ahmad, MS, RD, LD — Nominating Team

Padmini Shankar, PhD, RD, LD — Nominating Team