The Eating Disorders Resource Center (EDRC) is delighted to announce that the 14th annual Be-You-Tiful, Be Free Writing Contest is officially accepting submissions!
The Bay Area’s students in grades 6 through 12 are encouraged to submit a poem or essay on a subject linked to mental health, self-acceptance, or social media. The EDRC’s primary objective in holding this competition is to raise awareness of issues that are frequently stigmatized and underestimated while inspiring young people to speak up and offer their suggestions for a solution.
Entries will be accepted until April 8, 2023, and winners will be announced at the start of May. The top three poems and essays from each category of middle school and high school submissions will receive cash awards of up to $300. Additionally, winners will be featured on the EDRC website. Here is a link to the flyer. If you would like to learn more about the contest, please reach out to the EDRC using the contact information listed above!
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, you can learn more about various care options here. EDRC provides support groups and maintains a comprehensive directory of specialized treatment providers in the Bay Area. You can also support EDRC’s mission further by making a tax deductible donation.
