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Why Community?
Eating disorders can be isolating, making people feel alone whether someone has an eating disorder themselves or whether they are supporting someone.
We’re celebrating the power of community and the vital role family, friends, and other support networks play in helping someone feel supported, understood, and never alone on their journey from seeking help, undergoing treatment and beyond.
We'll be talking about different types of community, the role of online communities and highlighting the importance of good wellbeing for everyone.
Join us in raising awareness — share your stories, show your support, and help us spread the message that you're not alone.
Donate £10 and help us raise £10,000
Our volunteers are vital in helping meet the high demand of people seeking help and advice through our Helplines. But we urgently need more volunteers to answer web chats and emails to meet demand.
Be part of our community and help us recruit and train more volunteers by donating £10 today.
How can I get involved?
The Appointment
Find out all about the making of our flagship 'The Appointment' video and the reasons why we focused on Community.
Fundraise Twogether
Fundraise for Beat during Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Whether it’s a coffee morning, a sponsored walk, or any shared activity, you can make a difference by raising money to help us help those affected by eating disorders.
Become eating disorder aware
Learn more about eating disorders including how to spot the signs, and how to reach out for help.
Tools to help you and your community
We have curated content to help you find your community, or on how to be a safe community.
Your Stories
18 February 2026
Tommy shares how his family supported him every step of the way in his recovery from anorexia and bulimia.
Read more18 February 2026
Luca shares his story of anorexia recovery as a member of an under-represented community.
Read more18 February 2026
When Millie became unwell with anorexia, her dad was her biggest support. Now recovered they raised over £5,000 for Beat.
Read more18 February 2026
Bryony shares her experience of recovery from bulimia and how finding community helped her.
Read more29 July 2021
If you, or someone you know has been affected by an eating disorder, we'd love to hear your story.
Read morePrevious Eating Disorder Awareness Weeks (EDAW)
24 September 2025
Our 2025 campaign showed that eating disorders can affect anyone
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