Saying Yes to Volunteering and Leadership
By: Nadine Merker, Director of Member and Volunteer Engagement
When I read Molly McElwee- Malloy’s recent posting on the COI Leader Forum, I could not think of a better message to share with you during April’s National Volunteer Week.
April is National Volunteer Month!
By: Peggy Hoffman, CAE
Undoubtedly you know this because across the country local communities are shouting the praises of their volunteers and giving thanks. For many the celebrations will focus on the official week of April 10 - 17. Maybe you are already celebrating at your workplace. Are you celebrating in your Coordinating Body, Local Networking Group or Community of Interest? This is a great opportunity to highlight the members who are getting the work done and to encourage others. So, let's get celebrating!
Tip from 1st Quarter LNG Incentive Qualifiers
We asked the Missouri Coordinating Body and St. Louis Local Networking Group leaders for tips on how they qualified for the CB and LNG Quarterly Incentive Program through MY AADE NETWORK. Here are some of their suggestions based on the LNG incentive requirements:
Volunteer Event Planning - Liability Considerations
By: Christine Carter-Eggers, Director of Human Resources
As active volunteer organizations, AADE Coordinating Bodies are encouraged to host meetings, activities, and events to maximize member participation and engagement. AADE staff is committed to supporting our Coordinating Bodies by providing access to resources and departmental support to assist with questions and requests that arise as part of the planning process.
What's New with AADE Advocacy?
By: Melissa Akinlawon, MaHC, AADE Advocacy Coordinator
2016 Public Policy Forum
Friday, May 13th – Saturday, May 14th
All Coordinating Body leaders and State Grassroots Coordinators should have received an invitation to our annual Public Policy Forum by now. This is a two-day education and training event that will cover the advocacy initiatives, process for moving legislation forward, strategies for connecting with state and federal legislators, and much more.
New Forms for Continuing Education (CE) Hours
AADE is excited to announce updates to the process for CBs and LNGs requesting continuing education hours (CE hours) for your programs. The new planning forms are streamlined from the previous “CE Application” process forms. These planning forms are exclusive to AADE CBs and LNGs and are accessible in the Volunteer Leader Resource Center.
CDE® Updates
The National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) has been busy these past few years. NCBDE appreciates the opportunity to provide AADE’s volunteer leaders with some highlights and information that may be helpful.
Annual Meeting 2016 Events for Coordinating Bodies and Communities of Interest
AADE National is bringing back the inclusive, COI and CB Networking Event where all COIs and CBs have an
opportunity to showcase and introduce their groups to Annual Meeting attendees in the same
place and at the same time!
Upcoming Events in 2016
CB, LNG and COI Leadership Audio
October 19
"Preparing for a Successful Leader Transition" will prepare CB, LNG, and COI leaders in implementing an effective transition process for their incoming leaders.