NATA 2026: The Moments In Between
Each year, the NATA convention brings athletic trainers together for education, professional growth and career development – but just as meaningful are the moments in between.
The conversations that continue after a session, unexpected reunions in the hall, collaborating over a quick coffee – these shared experiences strengthen the profession and keep ATs coming back to convention.
Making an Impact Through Teaching, Service
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Throughout the month, the NATA Now blog will highlight some of NATA’s Asian American and Pacific Islander committee members in a series that discusses the importance of service and giving back to the profession.
Researcher Lends Talents to Volunteering
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Throughout the month, the NATA Now blog will highlight some of NATA’s Asian American and Pacific Islander committee members in a series that discusses the importance of service and giving back to the profession.
NATAPAC Sweepstakes Winners Announced
The NATA Political Action Committee (NATAPAC) held its inaugural sweepstakes in April. Members purchased tickets for a chance to win one of three prizes. On May 3, winners were drawn, and the sweepstakes awarded three members:
Years of Service Pays Off
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Throughout the month, the NATA Now blog will highlight some of NATA’s Asian American and Pacific Islander committee members in a series that discusses the importance of service and giving back to the profession.
Inside Look at VNATA 2021 Planning
By Michelle Boling, PhD, LAT, ATC, Incoming NATA Convention Program Committee Chair
Safe Space Virtual Workshop Available
A new virtual workshop targeted toward athletic trainers who are interested in understanding the health care needs and disparities of LGBTQIA+ patients is available starting April 28 in the NATA Professional Development Center.
Volunteers Integral to NATA Journals
Before the Journal of Athletic Training or the Athletic Training Education Journal publish new research, it is vetted and reviewed by health care providers, including athletic trainers, and other content experts who volunteer their time and expertise as part of the publishing process.
Supporting Transgender Youth Amid Legislative Changes
Note: In August 2022, NATA released an updated statement on gender-affirming care. Please read the most up-to-date version here.