As of January 1, 2011, membership for SDADE has changed due to revisions made by AADE.
Per AADE:"AADE members asked for a more convenient, easy-to-use method for accessing information, networking and continuing education at the local and state levels. Local volunteer leaders asked for additional resources and support. As a result, we developed MY AADE NETWORK, a new model of member affiliation that helps to build and nurture members' professional development and relationships.
MY AADE NETWORK has taken several years to build. Surveys of the leadership and members helped us to craft a new model and technology solution that fosters life-long learning and offers instant connectivity and equal access to AADE programs and resources.
MY AADE NETWORK is designed to help members learn more about what's going on - at the local and state levels and in the industry. Local Networking Groups (LNGs) in each state replace local chapters and are supported by State Coordinating Bodies that assist the LNGs and coordinate activities with AADE National.
MY AADE NETWORK allows members to:
For more information, go to the AADE Website: http://www.diabeteseducator.org
Facts about the SDADE-LNG:
1. AADE members will no longer pay SDADE dues, or pay for any San Diego event.
2. Non-AADE members (formerly Friends category) will still continue to be updated on upcoming events, have access to SDADE web-site, and will pay a nominal fee to come to a program (amount yet to be determined).
3. Non-AADE members will no longer pay SDADE dues.
4. All incoming revenue from vendors etc will go to new AADE account earmarked for SDADE.
5. All Local Networking Group meetings will be available to AADE members at no extra charge.
6. Meetings will continue as usual!