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Care access
Exploring partnerships and funding pathways that could help reduce barriers to eating-disorder-informed care.
IN DEVELOPMENT
A DIFFERENT KIND OF AWARENESS
Care should be
Care should be
within reach.
A San José-rooted, youth-led nonprofit working toward eating-disorder-informed care access, body-neutral education, and meaningful community connection.
Founded by young people.
Rooted in the belief that support is for everyone.
Rooted in the belief that support is for everyone.
A SPACE FOR HOPE & POSSIBILITY
EATING DISORDER AWARENESS ALLIANCE
EATING DISORDER AWARENESS ALLIANCE
01 / THE MOVEMENTSCROLL TO EXPLORE
01 / OUR WHY
Every story deserves to be heard.
Healing is personal.
Access shouldn't be.
The Eating Disorder Awareness Alliance exists to help close the distance between young people and the support they deserve.
We're building a thoughtful, community-centered approach to eating-disorder awareness, care navigation, and body-neutral education. Our work starts by listening, collaborating with qualified professionals, and making the next step feel a little less out of reach.
What we're working toward02 / WHAT WE'RE BUILDING
More than awareness.
Meaningful pathways.
Our focus is on creating practical, caring ways for young people and families to find information, connection, and support. These initiatives are in development.
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Resource navigation
Working toward clearer, more accessible ways to understand support options and connect with qualified resources.
IN DEVELOPMENT03
Youth education
Designing nonclinical workshops and conversations that foster media literacy, body respect, and informed awareness.
IN DEVELOPMENT04
Movement & connection
Planning free, weight-neutral movement and community experiences that center joy, belonging, and accessibility.
IN DEVELOPMENTOur programs are being developed with careful attention to safety, qualified partnerships, and realistic launch readiness. EDAA does not provide diagnosis or clinical treatment.
THE HEART OF OUR WORKEvery person is more
Every person is more
than a number.
Every story matters.
We believe compassion and access should never be conditional.
03 / HOW WE WORK
Thoughtful by design.
Human at heart.
Real change deserves a careful foundation. Our approach centers dignity, partnership, and responsible growth—not overpromising what comes next.
Work with us01
Listen first.
Learn from young people, families, and community organizations about what support is missing.
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Partner responsibly.
Collaborate with appropriate professionals and organizations, respecting their clinical expertise.
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Build with care.
Develop educational and community opportunities with safety, accessibility, and transparency in mind.
04 / THE PEOPLE BEHIND ITYoung voices.
Connect with our team
Young voices.
Lasting impact.
EDAA began with the belief that young people deserve a voice in conversations about their own well-being. Today, we're working to bring those voices together with experienced community partners and a commitment to responsible, sustainable programs.
Founded by Athena RichterFounder & President · San José, California
A NOTE ABOUT SUPPORT
Explore 988 support Need help right now?
EDAA is not a crisis line or clinical care provider. If you or someone you know needs immediate support, reach out to a qualified professional or trusted person. In the United States, you can call or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support.
05 / LET'S CONNECTGood things grow
Good things grow
together.
For partnerships, youth education opportunities, volunteering, or thoughtful ways to support the mission—we'd love to hear from you.