Email: thebodyimagenetwork@gmail.com
Mandate:
The Body Image Network (BIN) is a group of individuals and organizations committed to promoting a positive body image and supporting the acceptance of body diversity in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Body Image Network includes: academics, advocates, researchers, dietitians, social workers, counselors, psychologists, doctors, teachers, nurses and students. BIN strives to support healthy minds and healthy bodies through evidence- based education, research, information sharing, partnerships, policy, program support and development.
Their mission is to promote and support the value of body diversity.
The Body Image Network’s vision: Every Body matters.
Target Population:
Everyone
Highlights of Programs / Services Offered:
- Distribute current information to professionals and to the general public
- Organize awareness events and speak in the media
- Review, conduct and participate in research
- Advocate for the inclusion and promotion of positive messages related to body image in the media, school and curricula
- Increase awareness of issues surrounding weight-based stigmatization and body-based harassment.
