Applied Research Framework: A Guide to Creating Impactful WIC Research Projects and Collaborating with WIC Agencies

Published: September 2023

Publisher: National WIC Association

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The Applied Research Framework aims to help external researchers (e.g., academic or nonprofit researchers) plan, communicate, execute and disseminate research related to WIC. This framework provides a checklist to guide research projects, including advice for building relationships with WIC agencies, descriptions of publicly available WIC-related datasets, and more! WIC agencies may also use this framework to guide the development of research partnerships.

Healthy Eating Research and the National WIC Association hosted a webinar on September 19, 2023 that discussed the new framework and working with WIC data.

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Access the webinar slides here

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Focus Area: Nutrition Policy & Programs

Age Groups: Pregnant women, infants and toddlers (ages 0 to 2), Preschool-age children (ages 3 to 5)

Resource Type: Report

Keyword: Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

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