The Eating Disorders Resource Center (EDRC) of Silicon Valley is thrilled to announce the winners of the 15th annual Be-You-Tiful multimedia contest! The themes regarding this year’s contest were Mental Health, Self-Acceptance, and Social Media. Bay area students were invited to submit pieces that explored how social media and the world around them influences self-perception. Join us May 18 at the Triton Museum of Art for a special celebration of this year’s winners!
View 2024 winners and their entries on the Be-You-Tiful, Be Free Contest page.
Thank you to our sponsors for this year’s contest, the Palo Alto Medical Foundation, and our partner, the Santa Clara County Library District.
About 50% of preadolescent girls and 30% of preadolescent boys report disliking their bodies, according to the National Eating Disorders Association, and the unattainable standards set by social media are directly tied to this rise in body-related struggles. The EDRC aims to promote self and body acceptance, increase media literacy, and empower youth to challenge harmful diet culture ideals head-on, all of which can play a pivotal role in preventing the onset of eating disorders among younger generations.
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.
