The Power of Advocacy & Activism in the Eating Disorder Field: Mental Health Action Day - May 19th, 2022
Taking action in the eating disorder field isn’t just about raising awareness. In this piece, Project HEAL MarCom Manager Serena Nangia shares her two cents on advocating with the Eating Disorders Coalition and what it means to make a difference as one individual in the midst of systemic issues that feel insurmountable.
CHATTING WITH CLINICIANS: DIET CULTURE, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND SELF-LOVE
Project HEAL Ambassador Regina Colie sits down and interviews three NYC-based therapists who specialize in eating disorders. They highlight everything from the anti-Black roots of fatphobia & the perils of social media to the limits of preaching “self-love” & the significance of curiosity in recovery. We truly appreciate the insights and experience they bring!
“BODY POSITIVITY” OR THINNESS CONFIRMATION? ANTI-FATNESS IN EATING DISORDER RECOVERY SPACES
In recent years, the body positivity movement has achieved great prominence, with many regarding it as a means of promoting self-love and hence minimizing its social justice roots. As Project HEAL Ambassador Grace Bragdon illustrates, the co-opting of body positivity by thin folks epitomizes a deeply problematic trend in which those with certain privileges capitalize on movements established by and for individuals with marginalized identities. We are reminded that what many deem “body positivity” is virulent anti-fatness, just glamorously concealed and repackaged.
SUBMIT A GUEST BLOG
Project HEAL would love to share any and all stories that are aligned with our mission, vision and/or values. If you have struggled with an eating disorder, have experienced and/or overcome barriers to accessing treatment, or are an ED provider and/or recovery advocate — we want to hear from you!
We are especially interested in sharing stories from voices often excluded from and/or underrepresented in the eating disorder recovery community. Submitting a blog proposal does not necessarily guarantee publishing — we reserve the right to respond with proposed edits (for your approval) or pass on publishing your proposed content.
Thank you in advance for wanting to share your story with us and our community!