Member Forum: A Critical Look at the O-Word Bill of Rights

MEMBER FORUM: A CRITICAL LOOK AT THE O-WORD BILL OF RIGHTS

Join Us for our upcoming event, entitled, “Member Forum: A Critical Look at the O-Word Bill of Rights”

Date: Friday, April 26 

Time: 1 PM ET

Location: Virtual

Are you passionate about healthcare equity and dismantling weight stigma? Join us for an insightful Member Forum as we delve into the Ob*sity Bill of Rights proposed by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the National Consumers League (NCL).

During this event, participants will:

• Learn about the key components of the Ob*sity Bill of Rights and the organizations that have signed on with their support. .

• Explore potential implications of the bill on various stakeholders, including fat patients, healthcare providers, insurance companies, and pharmaceutical firms.

• Discuss the risks and benefits of the proposed bill in addressing weight stigma and increasing healthcare access for fat individuals, using historical context and liberatory frameworks.

• Consider alternative approaches to healthcare advocacy for fat people, examining intersections of fat liberation, corporate influence, and addressing weight-related health disparities.

This event is perfect for advocates, healthcare professionals, researchers, and anyone interested in advancing equitable healthcare access and combating weight stigma.

Don't Miss Out! Join us for a thought-provoking discussion and gain valuable insights to empower your advocacy efforts. Visit asdah.org/events to reserve your spot today!

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Recorded Event

This event will be recorded (both audio and visual). By registering for this event, you consent to this recording. The recording will be available to all members (no need to register to access the recording) after the presentation has ended and may be made available to the general public.

Closed Captioning & Translated Captions

Automatic captioning including translation into over 20 languages including Spanish and French will be available.

Joining via Zoom

After registering for this Virtual Event, you will be emailed a link that will allow you to join the live event 24 hours before the event.

Needed Technology for this Virtual Event

This event will require you to use Zoom. Please download any needed applications and check system requirements prior to the event.