The Weight Stigma Conference is an inter-disciplinary event that brings together scholars and practitioners from a range of backgrounds (e.g., public health, government and public policy, psychology, medicine, sociology, anthropology, allied health professions, education, sports and exercise science, social sciences, media studies, business, law, activism, and the lay public) to consider research, policy, rhetoric, and practice around the issue of weight stigma. For more information, visit: weightstigmaconference.com
We are honoured to present our keynote speakers for this year's Weight Stigma Conference:
Ticket Types
As a reminder, and across all rates, further reductions or hardship requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please use the Bursary Application form on our website and/or email us at stigmaconf@gmail.com. Standard bursary applications will be accepted until the date of the conference, with awards depending on availability of funding. A single Dr Cat Pausé Travel Bursary will be awarded. The deadline for applications is 31st May 2022. Application is via the same form.
NOTE: You do NOT have to bring a print-out of your ticket to the event.
Bursary Fund – Supporting Accessibility
The Weight Stigma Conference is a not-for-profit event. Although we try and keep prices down, we realise that the conference will nevertheless be beyond some people's means. Rather than raising the cost of tickets, we will make every effort to raise additional funding through donations and sponsorship to allow us to give bursaries to individuals who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend. A Donation option is available for both delegates and non-attendees who are in a position to contribute a little extra to help us provide financial assistance where needed. Donations can also be made through our Go Fund Me page - please share this page with your networks. To date, the WSC Bursary Fund has allowed us to provide over 40 bursaries and 5 travel awards. Thank you so much for your generosity. If you are interested in formal sponsorship of the event, please email us: stigmaconf@gmail.com.
Accessibility Accommodations
The chairs used in the conference venue have no arms and a weight capacity of 350 pounds. Online, we will provide automatic closed captioning via Zoom. For other accessibility requirements, please indicate on your registration questionnaire. If we are not able to accommodate your needs, we will reach out to discuss options with you. Note, we cannot guarantee requests made less than 14 days prior to the conference.
Terms and Conditions
Recorded Event
This event will be recorded (both audio and visual).
By registering for this event, you consent to this recording. Recordings will be available to delegates for viewing for one month after the live event
has ended.
COVID-19 statement
We are committed to creating a safe space for in-person events with our top priority being the safety and wellbeing of delegates, speakers, and staff. The following protocols will be followed at this summer’s event as it pertains to COVID-19 safety practices.
Please note these guidelines are subject to change. Check this page prior to travel for updates.
By registering for the 2023 Weight Stigma Conference, attendees acknowledge that they understand the highly contagious nature of COVID-19, and that current medical knowledge of the virus, including its transmissibility and risk remains uncertain, particularly in light of evolving variants of the virus. Currently, there exists no cure for the virus, and certain medical conditions may be at high risk for the disease. Attendees also understand that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as many other public health authorities, continue to recommend practicing social distancing, frequent hand washing, and the wearing of masks under certain circumstances, even for persons who may have been vaccinated for the virus. By registering for this in-person event, attendees further acknowledge that WSC cannot guarantee you will not become infected with the virus while attending the annual meeting.
By registering for the summer event and agreeing to the included registration waiver, attendees agree not to hold the WSC responsible if they contract COVID-19.
We thank you for respecting others in this ever-changing environment,
and for your cooperation in these guidelines to ensure safety for all.
Cancellations and refunds
Cancellations before 14th June will be refunded in full. After that date, only partial refunds will be available. Please contact us at stigmaconf@gmail.com if you need to cancel your registration. If the event is cancelled by the organisers, a full refund will be given.
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