On February 22nd, 2023 the Eating Disorder Centre of SSMU hosted a conference for Eating Disorder Awareness Week with a variety of professionals, organizations, and students coming together to discuss various forms of ED care, lived experiences, and research. The conference events included a workshop, panel, speed networking and booths from our sponsors, and a research showcase from the McGill BEEP Lab. The workshop was lead by the centre’s own Natasha Kamara and Yuvika Dandiwal. The panel included representatives from SOOMA nutrition, Sex and Self, ANEB Quebec, and a local wellness advisor. In the middle of the day, we had a complimentary lunch provided by the wonderful Midnight Kitchen. After lunch, students had the opportunity to speed network and explore our sponsorship booths (see our sponsors below)! We ended the day with a showcase from researchers at the McGill Biopsychosocial Examination of Eating Patterns (BEEP) Laboratory. We also had a table with art supplies to give attendees the opportunity to take a break, decompress, and create some art. The conference had 120 sign ups and over 100 attendees throughout the day.

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