WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. This public health program is designed to improve health outcomes and influence lifetime nutrition and health behaviors in a targeted, at-risk population. Nutrition education is the cornerstone of the WIC Program.
The Oregon WIC Program is part of the Center for Prevention and Health Promotion. Search for all PHD programs in the PHD Program Directory.
We serve all 36 Oregon counties through 30 county health departments, two Native American tribal organizations, one migrant health center and one Head Start organization.
The Oregon WIC Program promotes the health and improved nutritional status of Oregon's families by providing:
- Nutrition education
- Breastfeeding promotion
- Supplemental nutritious foods
- Partnerships with and referrals to other public and private community resources
Vision
Oregon families have the resources and knowledge to achieve optimal nutrition and lifelong health.
Mission
Assure the provision of premier public health nutrition services by providing leadership, guidance and resources to local WIC programs, vendors and partners.
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This institution is an equal opportunity provider. View our full non-discrimination statement.
WIC is part of the Center for Prevention and Health Promotion. Search the Public Health Program Directory to see all programs in the Oregon Public Health Division.