Report Weight Bias Issues

One of the OAC’s core focuses is eradicating weight bias, but we cannot do it alone. We need your help in finding weight bias issues. Weight bias is often thought of as the last acceptable form of discrimination in today’s society. It can be found in:

• • • Healthcare
    • School
    • Work
    • Pop Culture (TV, Film, Internet)
    • Employment
    • And More!

Weight bias can have a very harmful impact on individuals, such as depression, anxiety and poor body image. From a social and physical aspect, weight bias can lead to social rejection by peers, unhealthy weight control practices and more. Simply stated – weight bias needs to STOP, and this is where YOU can help!

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Please Note: The OAC will evaluate all weight bias issues; however, the OAC may not respond to all issues publicly. We will be sure to update you on your submitted issue as we evaluate it. By agreeing to be part of the OAC’s Community, you are opting in to receive communications from the OAC. You may opt-out of the OAC Community at any time by emailing membership@obesityaction.org. To view the OAC’s Privacy Policy, please click here.