About
Fat Positive Saint Louis
Our Mission
Fat Positive Saint Louis is a group formed to provide joy, support, and community for plus sized folks in the greater Saint Louis area. We believe all bodies deserve to feel safe and loved. It is our goal to not only create an additional space, but to highlight the already existing environments, businesses, creators, events, and more. FPSTL aims to make fat community accessible for all.
Get Involved
how you can help
There are lots of things you can do to help support FPSTL, donating, interacting on our socials, and showing up to events are all big parts of our success. We also love collaborating on ideas and planning! If you have an idea or want to help, please reach out using the contact box at the bottom of this site.
Facebook Page
Fat Positive Saint Louis started as, and continues to have, a private Facebook group for fat folks in STL to find resources and community. This group requires admin approval to join and is closely monitored at all times. The Facebook page is a safe space to ask questions, seek advice, find events, and make friends. Please reach out to us with any questions. Use the link below to join!
Values
Diversity & Intersectionality
FPSTL believes that all fat folks should have spaces where they can feel safe. We strive to hold a community that welcomes diversity of all kinds. People of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexuality, ability status, religion, and of course size, are celebrated here.
Joy
We push the pillar of revolution that
JOY IS RESISTANCE
This is the inspiration of the name Fat Positive Saint Louis. We deserve positive community, relationships, & environments. We strive to empower community members to fight for their joy.
Community & Support
One of the core beliefs that led to the creation of FPSTL is that marginalized groups need a community to thrive. It is our goal to have a positive impact on the fat community in the STL area. We are always looking for new ways to contribute to this.