Bodies
AdiosBarbie
An interactive website where users can learn about their bodies;
feel proud and comfortable in their natural shapes, sizes, and colors;
speak out against impossible beauty standards; and share their experiences.
It serves as a place for social commentary on body issues, redefining
what the body really means and encouraging people to think of themselves
first when re-imagining their perceptions of beauty and power.
Eating Disorders Awareness
and Prevention (EDAP)
Provides facts and resources on anorexia, bulimia, and other eating
disorders.
About Face
Website from a San Francisco group that combats distorted images
of women in the media by giving popular ads a "facelift." About-Face
promotes positive self-esteem in girls and women of all ages, sizes,
races and backgrounds through a spirited approach to media education,
outreach and activism.
National Association
of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
This non-profit organization's web site provides facts and treatment
information about eating disorders, describes therapy and referrals
for counseling, and reports on legislative news and insurance issues.
The National Association
to Advance Fat Acceptance (NAAFA)
The NAAFA site is full of legal, health and size acceptance organizing
info.
Sizewise
A search engine full of links. The companion to the book "Sizewise:
A Catalog of More Than 1,000 Resources for Living with Confidence
and Comfort at Any Size."
Women's
Sports Foundation
A national nonprofit dedicated to increasing opportunities for
girls and women in sports and fitness through education, advocacy,
recognition and grants.
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