Dec 24, 2009
NAAFA releases their official policy on healthcare which they believe is a basic human right!
Nov 30, 2009
Lincoln University’s requirement that fat students lose weight or complete a fitness course in order to graduate is discriminatory. Healthy food and physical activity are good for all bodies!
Nov 24, 2009
NAAFA 2010 Convention is returning to San Francisco August 5 – 9, 2010! This annual fundraiser will include a not to be missed activism event on Monday, August 9!
Oct 11, 2009
North Carolina’s plans to begin charging extra for medical coverage of state employees with a BMI above 40 clearly discriminates against women and people of color.
Aug 18, 2009
NAAFA adds expert in airline passenger rights and public policy to their distinguished board of advisors.
Aug 12, 2009
NAAFA calls for healthcare reform and an end to discrimination against people of size.
Jul 27, 2009
The Leanworks "Obesity Cost Calculator for Employers" recently added to the website of the Center for Disease Control could lead to even further discrimination against already marginalized employees based on size.
Jul 26, 2009
In support of a greener America, NAAFA will provide their annual fund raising convention attendees with convention totes and notebooks made from recycled materials.
Jul 21, 2009
NAAFA, a civil rights organization working to end discrimination against people of size, supports the appointment of Dr. Regina Benjamin. We believe the discussion of her size and weight regarding her qualifications for the job to be discriminatory.
Jul 07, 2009
The “Obesity Cost Calculator” on the CDC's LEAN Works! Website could increase workplace discrimination against employees of size, especially people of color, and further stigmatize an already marginalized group of people.
