Auburn, Washington—TheGluten Intolerance Group(GIG) is celebratingCeliac Disease Awareness Monthand International Celiac Awareness Day on May 16 with education sessions and virtual events that focus on how to stay gluten-free. Another reason for celebrations: The organization’s 48th anniversary. 

Each week, the group has set forth to relieve gluten-related burdens with medical advice and education. GIG kicked off May with a one-hour virtual education session, titled “Staying Safely Gluten-free: At Home and Beyond,” that included information on how gluten-intolerant and sensitive persons can protect themselves from accidental gluten consumption. 



Additional efforts include: the Generation GF Teen Summit at the Culinary Institute of America at Copia in Napa, CA this summer, and GIG Cares, a separate nonprofit organization focused on fighting food insecurity, while promoting gluten-free education and advocacy.

“We’re excited to actively engage with the celiac and gluten-free communities and the general public during Celiac Awareness Month,” said Jeanne Reid, marketing manager, GIG. “This year’s month-long campaign will provide the opportunity for GIG to share powerful knowledge and resources for navigating this challenging disease at any age or stage of life."

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