EDV Online Support Groups - BLOOM

This group is exclusively for the LGBTQIA+ community who are experiencing eating disorders. It is a safe space to discuss the dynamic challenges of eating disorders, body image, gender identity and sexuality and how this is impacting you at the moment.

Please note that this group is for Victorian residents only.

When

Wednesday 25 June - 11:00am

Theme

June - Stigma, Shame and Guilt

What is involved? 

EDV Online Support Groups are led by facilitators who have lived experience with an eating disorder. Groups give people the opportunity to draw upon the support, experience and skills of others facing similar issues.

Each session will run for 90 mins, including a short break when needed. Sessions will have a topic/theme which will be used to guide the discussion. Group participants are also able to raise other questions, thoughts, ideas or issues that they would like to discuss.

Groups will run with a minimum of 4 participants and a maximum of 15 participants. Participants need to register to attend. Registrations close 4 hours prior to the event.

Who can join?

Participants need to identify with being a member of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Participants need to be 18 years of age or over
Participants must read and acknowledge the group agreement when registering

We welcome people to attend these groups at any stage of their wellness and recovery journey. You can learn more about all the Online Support Groups offered by EDV and our support group facilitators here.

Where are groups held?

Groups are held online via Zoom. Please ensure you have a quiet safe space where you are not overheard by others. The link is sent to participants via email approx. 2 hours prior to the group. Please check in your junk inbox if not received.

Please note: the group will be closed 15 minutes from the start time to ensure respect for the group, as per group guidelines.

We honour your time and the time of our facilitators. If we need to change the date or cancel a group for any reason we will endeavour to give you as much notice as possible to minimise inconvenience. Please check EDV's Support Group webpage for any updates.

How do I join online?

You will receive an email with the information on how to join 2 hours before the event. Please check your email, your junk email and any other email addresses that you might use. If you do not have an email then please contact us. The information you provide to Eating Disorders Victoria is for the purpose of contacting you about this event

Cost

Free to join!

Contact

For further information on this or any EDV Online Support Group, please contact our Wellbeing Program team, via e-mail at wellbeingprogram@eatingdisorders.org.au

If this group is sold out please join the waitlist to be notified of any cancellations, or look at future dates for availability. To join the waitlist, please press 'Tickets' and select 'Join Waitlist'.
If you require any support or information prior to the event, please contact the EDV Hub on 1300 550 236 or Submit a query online. 