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Union County WIC Program Honored with National Breastfeeding Award
Post Date:08/18/2025 2:13 PM
Presented annually by the Food and Nutrition Service, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), this award honors local agencies that demonstrate exemplary breastfeeding promotion and support activities. The intent is to highlight successful models that inspire other agencies across the nation to strengthen their own efforts.
Union County’s program stood out for its strong community presence, long-standing partnerships, bilingual peer counselors, and seamless internal referrals within the Human Services Agency. From community baby showers and health fairs to ongoing one-on-one support, the team has gone above and beyond to ensure mothers feel supported in their breastfeeding journey.
Out of hundreds of local WIC agencies nationwide, only 56 were recognized at the Premiere level, making this an incredible milestone for Union County.
Learn more about Union County’s breastfeeding support services at ucgov.info/WIC or call 704-296-4899 for assistance.
Breastfeeding Team (left to right: Carina Cortez-Miranda, Paola Cassidy, Sara Melchor-Garcia and Courtney Trull) providing information to residents at Human Services during World Breastfeeding Week (Aug. 1-7).
Peer Counselors (left: Carina Cortez-Miranda; right: Sara Melchor-Garcia) providing residents information about WIC during World Breastfeeding Week (Aug. 1-7)