Advocacy

Policy Platform

Overview of OAC Advocacy

The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is an IRS registered 501 (c)(3) National nonprofit organization dedicated to giving a voice to individuals affected by the disease of obesity. We recognize that obesity is a complex, chronic disease that is attached to various social stigmas which make it difficult to find support, access care and navigate day-to-day life.  The OAC was formed to build a nationwide coalition of people living with obesity as well as patient advocates to do the following:

  • Increase public education on obesity
  • Advocate for access to safe, science-based treatment
  • Strive to eliminate weight bias and negative obesity stigma
  • Promote research in discovering new and effective treatment
  • Empower and support individuals affected by obesity

OAC Public Policy Platform


The following Public Policy Platform articulates where the OAC stands on issues relating to its mission of giving a voice to individuals affected by obesity and helping them on their journey toward better health through education, advocacy and support.

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OAC Statement on Size Acceptance and Body Positivity

 
The following Public Policy statement articulates where the OAC stands on size acceptance and body positivity, including the OAC’s universal beliefs on this topic and further beliefs on what individuals in larger bodies deserve more of.

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OAC Statement on Drug Pricing for Anti-Obesity Medications


The following Public Policy statement articulates where the OAC stands on drug pricing for anti-obesity medications. OAC believes that people living with the chronic disease of obesity should have equitable access to treatments that can be life-saving and improve health and wellbeing.

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