Reservation Instructions
Guest Speakers
Fabulous speakers, including nationally syndicated columnist and author Cherie
Bennett, journalist and author Laura Fraser, attorney Michael Cardoza, and NAAFA
President Frances White. An exciting slate of presenters scheduled to speak about a variety of size-related issues
Entertainment
Wonderful performances by talented NAAFAns, the Fatimas belly dancing troupe, and a
special performance by Maureen Costa. A spectacular fashion show featuring large-size fashions on plus-size models, and a two-day Trade Show with fashions, products, and services especially for fat people
Million Pound March
an activism event that will make our voices heard
Los Angeles
More opportunities than ever to meet new friends and connect with people
The chance to make a splash or a statement at three fabulous pool parties and
hospitality parties
Games, contests, and raffles with chances to win wonderful prizes
Where the Stars Shine
Give your star a chance to shine, and celebrate being a part of the size acceptance community! It all happens at the Westin at Los Angeles Airport, August 11 - 16. But hurry! your registration materials must be postmarked by July 10 to take advantage of the Super Saver Discount Package rate!
Westin at Los Angeles Airport
August 11 through August 16, 1998
Achieve your hopes and dreams at any size
We all have hopes and dreams, but many of us have been told that - because of our
size - we aren't entitled to reach for the stars. We've been held back by job
discrimination or discrimination in school, and we've been discouraged from trying to
make our dreams a reality by the negative comments we get from people in our
fatphobic society. Through NAAFA, we have a community where we can share our
hopes and dreams, and receive the inspiration and encouragement to reach for the
stars.
Join us as we celebrate both our personal and political accomplishments, and connect
with each other to share resources that will enable us to continue to educate people,
advocate to end size discrimination, and to provide the tools of self-empowerment to
people all sizes of large. Join us as we reaffirm our commitment to creating a society
where hopes and dreams can thrive at any size, and where the stars of size acceptance
and self-acceptance can shine brightly.
There's never been a better time to be a part of the size acceptance movement, so
come to Los Angeles and reach for the stars!
Join us for NAAFA's 1998 Convention August 11 - 16 in Los Angeles
This summer, you'll want to make the star of size acceptance shine brightly at NAAFA's 1998 Convention. For over a quarter of a century, NAAFA has been lighting the way toward acceptance - in the workplace, in the health care delivery system, and in society at large. Now is the time to rededicate ourselves to ending discrimination and empowering people all sizes of large, and to celebrate our accomplishments and our community.
Questions?
For information about the convention, you can call any of the following volunteers:
Los Angeles: Eileen Perez (310) 431-7082 (PDT) or email eileen102@juno.com
Midwest: Marilyn Rock (616) 949-8936 (EDT) or email marilyn356@aol.com
East Coast: Bob Sponaugle (609) 767-9270 (EDT) or email BobSJers@aol.com
Please do not call these numbers after 10:00 pm in their respective time zones