When we say fatphobia, what we’re talking about is anti-fat bias. Fatphobia is the more common expression because it’s cribbed from the same linguistic conventions that resulted in the hatred of queer people being called “homophobia.” Phobias are uncontrollable personal fears; anti-fat bias exists by design. For the purpose of this discussion, we will use
The following tips and strategies were collectively developed at the January 23, 2021 Feedists for Fat Liberation (FFL) event to help people feel more comfortable with being open about their feedist sexuality. Work with a therapist Attend FFL events Establish communication about what to reveal and when to reveal it Accepting that you cannot change
The following tips and strategies were collectively developed at the February 6, 2021 Feedists for Fat Liberation (FFL) event to help people unlearn and release fatphobia in all forms. Curate media intake, follow a bunch more fat people and don't disproportionately populate with thin media Catch people when they're being good. and give positive feedback.Catch
The following action points were collectively developed at the February 20, 2021 Feedists for Fat Liberation (FFL) event to help people make fat liberation a reality in feedism. Accessibility A feedism community that doesn't face access barriers to participating in fat liberation Furniture that's superfat-friendly; make spaces that are more accessible. The place I go
