As Australia's peak body for dietitians, we represent our members and our profession. We raise awareness about the importance of nutrition in public health. Our advocacy and policy work helps us support Australia's healthcare needs.

We advocate for the role of Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs). APDs treat a range of health conditions and give expert advice on nutrition and dietary issues. They help Australians stay healthy and well.

Nutritional health is a key public health issue. We work with all levels of government, government agencies and other peak bodies to influence health policy. Our expert advice can help improve the health of all Australians.

Our latest policy and advocacy work

We promote better community healthcare by advocating for key areas of nutritional health.

Right now, our advocacy priority areas are aged care, disability, healthy and sustainable diets, and mental health.

For policy and advocacy questions contact us at policy@dietitiansaustralia.org.au

Submission

Released March 2021 - Additional learning, in the form of a new educational unit for all workers within the aged care and disability sectors, should be introduced to give employees a more contemporary, informed view on ageing. A standardised unit across both sectors would be ideal, due to regular crossover of employees between the two areas of work.

Submission

Released January 2021 - Reforms to aged care systems are required to better support the health of older Australians. This group have reduced capacity to care for themselves, making it vital to improve the standards of food, nutrition and dining experiences for those in aged care facilities.

Submission

Released February 2021 - Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) play an important role in improving health outcomes of Tasmanian residents and Australians, with investment in dietetic clinical governance and leadership critical to address the existing deficiencies in this area, as well as the poor access to dietetics services.

Submission

Released February 2021 - Reforms to private health insurance are needed to promote the health of Australians. Accredited Practising Dietitians (APD) play a critical role in improving the health and wellbeing of all Australians, including the provision of disability and mental health support. This contribution should be recognised and promoted in the private health system.

Briefing paper

Released December 2020 - Our position for greater oversight, accountability, education and support for the provision of food and nutrition for all Australians with disability.