World Obesity Federation

World Obesity Federation

The World Obesity Federation is a global non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the issue of obesity. The federation was established with the aim of promoting solutions to the obesity crisis, and it works in collaboration with other international organizations to achieve its goals.

History

The World Obesity Federation was founded in 2012, following the merger of the International Association for the Study of Obesity and the International Obesity Task Force. The federation is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

Mission

The mission of the World Obesity Federation is to lead and drive global efforts to reduce, prevent, and treat obesity. The federation aims to increase awareness and understanding of obesity as a complex, chronic disease. It also advocates for comprehensive solutions that include changes in public policy, health care practices, and societal attitudes towards obesity.

Activities

The World Obesity Federation carries out a range of activities to fulfill its mission. These include conducting and promoting research on obesity, developing guidelines for obesity prevention and treatment, and advocating for policies that address obesity at the global level. The federation also organizes the annual World Obesity Day to raise awareness about the obesity crisis and promote solutions.

Partnerships

The World Obesity Federation collaborates with a number of international organizations to tackle obesity. These include the World Health Organization, the United Nations, and the European Association for the Study of Obesity. Through these partnerships, the federation aims to influence global health policies and promote best practices in obesity prevention and treatment.

See also

• Obesity
• Obesity in the United States
• Childhood obesity
• Obesity and walking
• List of countries by body mass index