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July 25, 2022


The OAC Community is stronger than ever because we are stronger together! This month, we hosted our YWM2022-Engage Convention and are thrilled we had the opportunity to be back in-person with our incredible Community. We've also been busy bringing quality, science-based education on weight and health to you and we have many more exciting things coming your way, too! Continue reading for updates on what we’ve been up to and what’s in store for the future!

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YWM2022-ENGAGE: A WEEKEND OF EDUCATION, CONNECTION AND ACTION

The OAC hosted our 11th annual Your Weight Matters Convention on July 14-16 in Henderson, NV. YWM2022-Engage was a weekend PACKED with top-notch education, hands-on tools and a community of unwavering support. YWM2022-Engage attendees had the chance to be back together in-person while gaining a further understanding of the complex, chronic disease of obesity and how to share their lived experiences to make meaningful change for people with obesity. READ THE RECAP.

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HONORING A LEGACY: OAC INTRODUCES ROB PORTINGA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The OAC introduced the Rob Portinga Memorial Scholarship Fund during the Celebration of Life honoring Rob at the YWM2022-Engage. Rob was a remarkable obesity advocate, a long-time volunteer and member of the OAC National Board of Directors with a vision to connect more people to the OAC and one another. Through the Rob Portinga Memorial Scholarship Fund, the OAC honors Rob’s legacy as a powerful connector of people by ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop the bonds that can only be found at OAC's in-person Convention. GIVE TODAY to help offset the meeting's expenses by awarding a scholarship grant to those with financial hardship.

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OAC CHAIR PATTY NECE FEATURED IN MEDIA EMPATHY SPOTLIGHT SERIES ON WEIGHT STIGMA

The Media Empathy Foundation recently released a report and held a panel discussion spotlighting weight stigma in popular culture. Patty Nece, JD, Chair of the Obesity Action Coalition and passionate advocate, participated in the panel discussion. The OAC is beyond thrilled to see a board member join in on the powerful conversation to put an end to weight bias. READ MORE

 

REGISTRATION AND HOUSING FOR OBESITYWEEK® 2022 ARE NOW OPEN!

Registration and housing are now open for the preeminent international conference for obesity researchers and clinicians. ObesityWeek® 2022 is a hybrid conference this year. Register for in-person Nov. 1-4, 2022, in San Diego, Calif., or virtual attendance. All registrants receive two full months of access to recordings of all sessions. LEARN MORE.

 

SUMMER 2022 ISSUE OF WEIGHT MATTERS MAGAZINE NOW AVAILABLE

The OAC’s Summer 2022 issue of the quarterly Weight Matters Magazine is now available to download! Inside the issue, you will find articles on exercise, nutrition, mental wellness and more. This newest issue is packed with useful and empowering tips and information! DOWNLOAD IT HERE.

 

OAC TV CELEBRATES NATIONAL NONPROFIT DAY AUGUST 17TH

August 17th is National Nonprofit Day, a day recognizing the efforts and impact of nonprofit organizations. To celebrate, the OAC is hosting a special segment of our LIVE OACTV Broadcast. Mark your calendars for August 17th at 1 p.m. ET and stay tuned for more details! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel so you don’t miss out.

 

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This month, we dive into the importance of community with dedicated obesity advocate and OAC Member Lisa Hernandez. We sat down for an interview with Lisa to ask what she has to say to others who are looking for a community and what drives her to be involved with the OAC and. Read Lisa’s interview on OAC'S BLOG.

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DON'T BE SILENT - REPORT WEIGHT BIAS

Have you been impacted by or seen an example of weight bias? The OAC's Stop Weight Bias Campaign aims to truly STOP this injustice, so we want to hear from you if you have experienced bias in some way - in healthcare, employment, education, the media, or somewhere else. REPORT WEIGHT BIAS

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Welcoming (and Re-welcoming) Calibrate and Eli Lilly to the OAC Chairman’s Council

The OAC is honored to welcome a new member Calibrate and returning member, Eli Lilly , to our Chairman’s Council, the highest level of OAC Membership. We thank Calibrate for their support at the BRONZE level of our Chairman’s Council and Eli Lilly for their GOLD level support. To learn more about OAC’s Chairman’s Council, please CLICK HERE.


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