NAAFA Webinar Series: SuperSize Travel with Unique Gibson & Jae'lynn Chaney
Thursday, November 9, 2023
2pM PT / 3pM MT / 4PM CT / 5PM ET
Duration: 60 minutes
Image Description: On a gray background, the text reads: “SuperSize Travel featuringUnique Gibson & Jae'lynn Chaney. Tuesday, November 9, 2pm Pacific. Hosted by Tigress Osborn (she/her). NAAFA.org/events for registration. Free for fat community and fat positive folx. ASL interpreting by Pro Bono ASL.” Black and white photos of both guests are within turquoise circles. Their names and pronouns are listed beside each photo.
Fat people deserve the right to travel safely and comfortably whether it’s for work, fun, or anything else! In this edition of the NAAFA Webinar Series, host Tigress Osborn (she/her) is joined by SSBBW event planner Unique Gibson (she/her) and travel blogger and advocate Jae’lynn Chaney (she/her) to talk about plus-size travel with a specific focus on the needs of supersize/superfat people. We’ll discuss Jae’lynn’s and Unique’s experiences traveling and planning travel for others, and our guests will share best practices for self-advocacy. We’ll also crowdsource fat community advice for people of all sizes who want to ensure travel equity for fat loved ones.
NAAFA virtual events are for fat people and fat-positive folx of all sizes. Our virtual events are offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of our community of NAAFA donors.
This webinar is presented via Zoom, in English, and with English auto-captions by Otter.ai. ASL Interpreting by Pro Bono ASL.
The National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance is a 501(c)3 charitable organization with a mission to change perceptions of fat and to end size discrimination through advocacy, education, and support. Our webinars are offered to the community free of charge thanks to the generosity of those who give to NAAFA. To support this and other NAAFA programming, visit naafa.org/give.
Image Description: A headshot of Jae’lynn Chaney, a Super Fat multiracial woman with light-tan skin, a sparkly headband, and brown curly hair. She is wearing a light purple lace blouse while smiling and looking off in the distance. (Headshot description provided by guest.)
GUEST Bios:
Jae’lynn Chaney (she/her), known as Jae Bae on social media, is a prominent Plus Size Travel Expert, Activist, Content Creator, and Writer. Her influential presence on various platforms has garnered over 300 million views, attesting to her tremendous impact in advocating for body positivity and size-inclusive travel. Jae’lynn's dedication to the Plus Size community extends to her groundbreaking initiatives. She is actively collecting vital data through her Plus Size Community Census and the Plus Size Travel Insights Survey. These projects aim to shed light on the unique experiences, challenges, and needs of the Plus Size community in the travel industry and beyond, furthering her mission to create a more inclusive environment. Her work has not gone unnoticed, as she has been featured in prestigious publications such as CNN, Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, Insider, Yahoo, Buzzfeed, Travel Noire, Thrillist, Allure Magazine, and many more. These accolades underscore her significant influence in reshaping the travel and body positivity landscape, inspiring countless individuals worldwide. Her commitment also extends to mentorship, where she guides and empowers Women of Color, sharing her knowledge on harnessing the power of social media for success. In addition to her advocacy and mentorship, Jae’lynn collaborates with brands, offering her expertise on how to become more inclusive. Her strategic insights and commitment to positive change make her a sought-after partner for organizations looking to promote diversity and representation in the industry. She is truly a force for positive change, both in the world of travel and social media. Follow her on Instagram @jaebaeproductions and on TikTok and YouTube @jaebaeofficial
Image Description: A headshot of Unique Gibson, a huge black woman with brown skin, and long wavy black hair. She is wearing a mango sleeveless top, sitting in front of a window with moonlight shining thru. (Headshot description provided by guest.)
Unique Gibson (she/her) is the founder and Event Coordinator, for Juicy Peaches SSBBW Events in Atlanta, GA. She is committed to empowering the Super-Plus Size community to live life in the now, rather than putting off enjoying life until after significant weight loss. One of her favorite phrases is “You ain’t gotta lose weight to be great!”. Unique coordinates events, activities, and vacations that are inclusive of all sizes and abilities. The cornerstone of these activities is concierge accessibility services that ensure everyone enjoys themselves comfortably. Follow her on Instagram @Juicypeachesatl, Youtube @juicypeachesssbbwevents, and Facebook @JuicypeachesSSBBW
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