ON DPG IDEA Leadership Application

ON DPG IDEA Leadership Program

2026–2027 Application
Call for Applications: ON DPG IDEA Leadership Program

Are you passionate about Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) in the dietetics profession? We invite all interested Oncology Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group (ON DPG) members to apply for the ON DPG IDEA Leadership Program!

This program offers a unique opportunity to participate in structured educational, mentorship, and networking opportunities throughout the program year, running from December 15, 2026 through December 15, 2027.

Please complete and submit this application by November 15, 2026.

Who Can Apply

Any ON DPG member interested in Oncology IDEA Leadership training is welcome to apply. We actively encourage and consider applicants across all career stages and backgrounds.

Program Highlights & Goals

The selected IDEA Leader will be supported and mentored by the IDEA Committee to:
- Cultivate leadership interests by participating in discussions about health equity, cultural sensitivity, and oncology nutrition care.
- Meet directly with the IDEA Committee and opportunities to meet with ON DPG Executive Committee members to gain governance experience.
- Spotlight your unique ideas and professional interests at monthly IDEA Committee meetings.
- Propose and spearhead an original IDEA project: We welcome your unique ideas! Bring your vision to the table and work alongside the IDEA Committee to refine, approve, and execute a project that cultivates cultural sensitivity at the organizational level and furthers oncology nutrition care.
- Attend FNCE: Receive a travel and conference stipend of up to $1,600 to cover travel and lodging expenses and paid registration for the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE).
What You Will Commit To
- Develop and execute an approved IDEA project, presenting outcomes to the Executive Committee at FNCE 2027 in Washington, D.C. (October 2027).
- Attend educational programs and leadership sessions at FNCE to network and collaborate with established RDN leaders.
- Participate actively in monthly IDEA Committee meetings.
- Two-year total commitment: Complete the one-year leadership experience, followed by serving on the ON DPG IDEA Committee for the subsequent year to peer-mentor the incoming IDEA Leader.
Application Window: Applications will be accepted starting October 15, 2026 through November 15, 2026. Don't miss this opportunity to advance your leadership skills and enrich the oncology dietetics profession!

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Questions? Email on@eatright.org.

Application Form: 2026–2027 ON DPG IDEA Leadership Program

Please complete the following application questions to help us learn more about your background, professional interests, and vision for IDEA in oncology dietetics.

Note: Diversity encompasses many characteristics, including those listed on the Academy's IDEA page: ability, age, creed, culture, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, size, and socioeconomic characteristics.
Section 1: Applicant Information
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Section 2: Program-Specific Questions
1. Diversity & Community Representation: What diverse or allied communities do you represent or work with?
2. Current IDEA Engagement: Are you currently engaged in IDEA-related activities in your professional or volunteer work? If so, please tell us more about your involvement; if not, you may proceed to Question 3.
3. Proposed Project & Vision: What is an original IDEA-related project that you would be interested in spearheading for the ON DPG, and why is this project both professionally and/or personally meaningful to you? (Suggested length: up to 500–1,000 words. Note: We highly encourage you to share your unique ideas! Participant-led projects will be developed and executed pending review and approval by the IDEA Committee).
Required Submission Materials
- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV): Submit your up-to-date CV outlining your professional background, clinical experience, and volunteer activities.
- Two (2) Professional References: Provide contact information (Name, Title, Organization, Email, and Phone Number) for two professional references who can speak to your leadership potential and commitment to IDEA principles.
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Section 5: Applicant Certification
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