Let's talk about obesity and binge eating

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When we share our experiences, we shine a light on the failing systems that contribute to obesity—and together, we can drive change.

Obesity is a complex and personal experience, influenced by the systems around us—health, food, government, and more. By sharing your story, you help shift the conversation from individuals to the broader systems that need transformation.

We want to celebrate the inspiring individuals, groups, and organisations leading the call for systemic change. Read their stories below and find inspiration in their efforts to build a healthier future for all.

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All People Living with Obesity Healthcare Professionals Employers Advocacy Youth

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about ... how life events can influence weight gain and obesity.

Let me introduce myself. I am a 64-year-old, hardworking, Southernish, Black woman. By day, I work for WYPR, the NPR news station in Baltimore. At all other times, I am a woman on a mission to eradicate obesity amongst Black women

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about ... your experience of obesity.

I reflect on my story here in 'New Year Resolutions (That Quiet Place)'

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about… mental health.

Mental health can trigger unhealthy coping mechanisms leading to being overweight/obese but also can be affected by those conditions. This is why mental health should be a priority.

Youth

Let’s talk about… childhood obesity.

The goal is to make the youth maintain the benefits of physical activity after their stay at the clinic and to have a better health practice.

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about… your experience of obesity.

I am an obesity survivor and absolutely thriving in my health & fitness going on 8 years now. I am now a personal trainer & body transformation specialist in Perth Western Australia, offering in person coaching and online programs to guide the others trying to overcome obesity & for those that are undergoing bariatric surgery.

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about… obesity rising in every continent

Obesity has become a challenge, a big one, in Nepal (a South Asian nation which continues to struggle with persistent under-nourishment among her people).

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about… the stigma that people living with obesity experience.

Carla speaks to her experience of living with obesity.

People living with Obesity

Dana’s story

Dana speaks to the importance of remembering the support offered by the loved ones of those living with obesity.

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about… the stigma that people living with obesity face.

My name is Sandra Elia, I'm passionate about the work I do to help those living with obesity because my story includes overcoming obesity.

People living with Obesity

Let’s talk about… how healthcare professionals can improve access and patient experience.

Educating healthcare professionals in using non-stigmatising language and communication in managing obesity may positively affect the quality of healthcare and adherence outcomes in weight loss programmes and interventions.

Health Care Professionals

Let’s talk about… compassion

Weight is a very complex issue, and solving it is not as simple as telling people to move more and eat better or by putting everyone on a diet. In 2020, we began our Compassionate Journey at Doncaster Council.

Health Care Professionals

Training a new generation of obesity specialists in Nigeria

Chinedu Iwu introduces the Nigerian Obesity Cohort Program - a new prequalification pathway to SCOPE Certification for interested clinical medical students in Nigeria.