Fat Talk describes all of the statements made in everyday conversation that reinforce the thin ideal and contribute to women's dissatisfaction with their bodies. And Fat Talk doesn't necessarily have to be negative; they can seem positive yet reinforce the need to be thin.
By eliminating Fat Talk, we can begin to change the way we think about our bodies...for the better.
Tri-Delta is again teaming up with sponsors like the Academy for Eating Disorders, the National Eating Disorders Association, the National Organization for Women and others to promote "Fat Talk Free Week." It’s an awareness effort to draw attention to the damaging impact of fat talk and the "thin ideal" on today’s women in society.
So make a pledge this week amongst your friends and family to bury the fat talk. In fact, make pledge not to say anything negative related to appearances in general - it’s actually going to be a lot harder than you think.
Join us for a Fat Talk Free Presentation at University of Alabama Tuscaloosa
In recognition of "Fat Talk Free Week," executive director Nicole Siegfried will be speaking at the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa this week.
- Wednesday, October 21, 2009
- 6:00 pm
- Tri-Delta Sorority House at University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
Please come and join us and show your support!
