Raising Awareness, Breaking Barriers | Dear John, Awareness is the foundation of every step forward in our mission to elevate and empower those affected by obesity. Without it, the barriers of stigma, misunderstanding and bias remain unchallenged. This year, together with our incredible Community, we’ve taken tremendous steps to raise awareness about the challenges and triumphs of those affected by obesity. These efforts not only shed light on key issues but also set the stage for meaningful change. | | | |
Here are just a few of the ways we’ve made an impact this year: - Launched a new PSA for the Your Weight Matters Campaign: Reaching thousands, this campaign encourages people to take charge of their health and inspires open, honest conversations about weight and wellness.
- Revamped our Stop Weight Bias Campaign: We introduced a powerful new Image Gallery to challenge stereotypes and fight weight bias, ensuring our message of respect and dignity reaches even further.
- Engaged through webinars and podcasts: Our team amplified OAC’s voice by joining key conversations, sharing stories, and advocating for the needs of our Community in impactful ways.
These awareness initiatives have one common thread: you. Your support has fueled these efforts, helping to shine a light on critical issues and empowering others to join the fight for understanding and acceptance. But there’s still more to do. Bias and misinformation remain barriers to progress, and with your help, we can continue to fight back in 2025.
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| At OAC, we believe that until the world truly recognizes the value and worth of every individual affected by obesity, the fight for better access to care, greater support and meaningful change cannot fully succeed. Awareness opens doors, changes hearts and builds the understanding we need to create a world that is fair, compassionate and inclusive. As we celebrate the vital role awareness plays in driving change, we want to remind you that OAC's National Board of Directors remains committed to doubling donations, matching every dollar up to $12,000. Your contribution, alongside the collective power of the OAC Community, fuels our ability to foster awareness and make a lasting impact. | | | |
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Your generosity directly funds our awareness initiatives, ensuring that we can: | |
