Spotlight on body image
The First Minister’s National Advisory Council on Women and Girls is calling on South Lanarkshire residents to join the #GenerationEqual movement and have their say in its latest discussion surrounding body image.
The group would like to hear views on body image from people of all genders and those who don’t identify to help inform its findings and shape recommendations to the First Minister.
The NACWG was formed to drive equality for women and girls in across Scotland by raising the issue of gender inequality.
Focusing on a new theme on a bi-monthly basis, the group aims to create discussion on many issues still faced by women and girls in Scotland today.
The NACWG is putting a spotlight on body image until the end of October.
Louise Macdonald OBE, co-chair of the NACWG, said:“In today’s society women and girls still face huge pressures to look a certain way as they compare their appearance to others on social media, magazines and in advertisements.
“Poor self-confidence can be extremely damaging and can lead to many women and girls struggling with their self-worth and place in society.
“The advisory council is inviting groups, organisations and networks to share their experiences, opinions and ideas around the body image Spotlight.
“Every bit of feedback will help advise the First Minister and drive action in creating long-lasting change for women and girls in Scotland.”
To participate in this national conversation groups, organisations and networks are encouraged to form a virtual Wee Circle to discuss these issues.
Feedback can be submitted online at onescotland.org/NACWG.
Alternatively, thoughts can be shared on social media using the hashtag #GenerationEqual.