Join us in conversation with Dr Sheryllin McNeil; previous service users and peer support workers as we shine a spotlight on gender; sexuality; age and race in eating disorder services. Representation matters. But all too often particular groups find themselves feeling under-represented; unseen and unwelcome; with approaches to increasing access to eating disorder services focusing on “widening the doorway”. This session aims to go further by looking at how services can improve their “curb appeal” and truly represent.
Beat is the UK’s eating disorder charity.
Beat’s vision is that eating disorders will be overcome.
Beat’s aims are:
• To change the way everyone thinks and talks about eating disorders
• To improve the way services and treatment are provided
• And to help anyone believe that their eating disorder can be overcome
We do this by:
• Challenging the stereotypes and stigma that people with eating disorders face
• Campaigning for better services and treatment
• Providing information, support and encouragement to seek treatment and recovery
