Many of us have a first degree connection to eating disorders/disordered eating- either we ourselves have struggled, or someone close to us has.

As part of Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) 2020, the Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta (EDSNA) is collaborating with those throughout the Edmonton community to discuss one of the questions EDSNA hears most: "How do I help?"

By bringing together those with lived experience, caregivers, working professionals, and researchers, this panel & facilitated discussion will serve as an opportunity to learn more about this complex, and multifaceted aspect of mental health.

A brave woman with lived experience will also be sharing her journey, and an amazing parent team will be talking about how caregivers can support their loved ones in recovery.

Other topics covered will include:

• The role of healthcare professionals in treatment and recovery
• Exciting new research + projects
• Media literacy
• How to get involved!

Whether you are finishing your post-secondary education, currently working in the field of mental health, or simply passionate about helping to support others, there will be something in this panel for you!

#EDAW2020 #ShowUsYourPurple

*Please note: all ticket sales are final. No refunds.

**Trigger warning: due to the sensitive nature of the topic, we advise participants to use their discretion in attending.

FAQ

WHO CAN ATTEND:

Anyone interested in learning more about mental health, working in the field of eating disorder/disordered eating, and/or supporting themselves or someone they know! Students, parents, educators, fitness professionals, clinicians/practitioners, front line staff, and service providers across the province of Alberta are all welcome.

WHAT IS EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK (EDAW)?

Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) is a nationally-recognized week, which serves to foster awareness of eating disorders and offer support to over 1 million Canadians affected (directly and indirectly).

In Canada, EDAW is from February 1st -7th.

For more information about EDAW, visit: https://nedic.ca/edaw/

WHEN DO DOORS OPEN?

Doors open at 3:00pm (MST). The event will begin at 3:30pm and will end no later than 5:00pm .

WHERE IS THE FEIGEL CONFERENCE CENTRE?

The Feigel Conference Centre is on the second floor of MacEwan University, in Allard Hall (104 Ave & 111 Street).

HOW DO I GET TO MACEWAN UNIVERSITY?

MacEwan University spans from 105 Street to 113 Street, running along 104 Ave in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is accessible by bus, LRT ("MacEwan" station), car, and on foot.

IS PARKING AVAILABLE?

There is ample parking in the area around MacEwan, including the areas north of the building along 105 Ave- please be mindful of the businesses and residential properties in the area, and obey all parking signs. MacEwan University operates a public above-ground parkade accessible off of 104 Ave (all directions), and 109 Street (southbound); a public underground parkade accessible from 105 Ave at 107 Street; and ground-level parkades at 105 Ave & 110 Street, and 105 Ave & 112 Street.

WILL THERE BE REFRESHMENTS?

Yes! Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided.

HELP, I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS!! WHO CAN I TALK TO?

We are happy to hear from you! Please email info@edsna.ca with 'ED_cate' in the subject line, DM us @EatingDSNA on all social media, or click on the name of our organization at the bottom of the page.