NEC Society

YOLO Run & Walk
2026-05-16
On May 17, 2025, we had 300 runners join us in Davis, CA, and virtually from around the world to run our first annual YOLO Run for a World Without NEC!
We raised over $26K to support the NEC Society’s work to advance NEC research, education, and advocacy.
We can’t wait for our 2026 YOLO Run on Saturday, May 16. Sign up for our email list to stay up-to-date with the NEC Society’s announcements!
Location: UC Davis Health Stadium in Davis, California

97th Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-27
Join the NEC Society for the 97th Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) Meeting! The PAS Meeting is an annual international gathering for pediatric researchers, clinicians, and medical educators to share research, discuss new ideas, and foster collaborations.
The NEC Society is proud to present the NEC Club at PAS, engaging neonatal and pediatric clinician-scientists in advancing NEC research, education, and advocacy.
PAS will be taking place in Boston, MA, at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center.

HMBANA International Donor Milk Conference
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-21
Join the NEC Society at HMBANA’s International Donor Milk Conference and dive into the milk banking ecosystem, exploring standards, systems, and science.
The HMBANA International Donor Milk Conference will be taking place in Rosemont, IL.

Human Milk Institute Symposium
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-12
Join the NEC Society at the 2026 Human Milk Institute Symposium.
The Human Milk Institute (HMI) Symposium is an annual event that brings together leading experts in human milk research and application to share discoveries, engage in strategic planning, and discuss the future of the field.
4th Annual Kohlberg Johnson Family Human Milk Institute Symposium
March 10-12, 2026
Scripps Seaside Forum
8610 Kennel Way
La Jolla, CA 92037

Rainbows To Remember Micah
2025-12-11
Join our Founder and Executive Director, Jennifer, and her community on December 11 for Rainbows to Remember Micah.
Rainbows to Remember Micah is December 11, the anniversary of Micah’s passing from complications of necrotizing enterocolitis.
As Jenn approached the first anniversary of Micah’s passing, she felt compelled to create a way for everyone to celebrate, remember, and share Micah’s bright light.
On Rainbows to Remember Micah, everyone is invited to wear their brightest apparel, make rainbows, and give back to others, in honor of Micah and all babies affected by NEC.
Read more about Rainbows to Remember Micah.
If you have tragically lost a child to NEC and feel inspired to honor their memory on a special anniversary, please reach out to our Development Director, Justin, at Justin@NECsociety.org.
