Weight Inclusive Consulting

We help organizations and individuals unlearn anti-fat bias and create size-inclusive cultures and spaces through education and consulting. People in larger bodies are an often overlooked and marginalized population. Leaders and those in the DEI space understand this gap and want to tackle this deeply intersectional topic. That’s where we come in.

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The Fat at Work Report

A comprehensive survey, report and analysis of fat people’s experiences in the workplace.

We asked 336 people in bigger ​bodies what it’s like being fat in ​the workplace. This report shares ​the findings

- 58 pages

- 336 survey respondents share their ​personal experiences

- Intersectional analysis

- Global data

- Clear outcomes with processes

- How to Make Your Workplace Size Inclusive

- How to Make Your Workplace Size Inclusive

Download the Free Guide “How to Make Your Workplace Size Inclusive” for clear and actionable steps to take to ensure people of all sizes can thrive at work.

Our training includes 1 hour, 2 hour or pre-recorded options:

  • Suitable for all organizations

  • Suitable for all people who want a gentle introduction to the anti-diet world and the beginning of fat liberation through body neutrality language

  • Suitable for healthcare providers, coaches and leaders

  • Suitable for DEIB individuals and teams who are at a high level of understanding with other DEI topics but want to become versed in anti-fat bias

  • Do you look at fat folks and see their beauty but struggle with your own body image and desire to be thin? Perhaps sometimes you think “at least I’m not as big as her!” and then feel ashamed for thinking that. If you’d like to unlearn the beliefs that keep you focused on your (and maybe others) size and instead have peace with your body then this is the workshop for you. 

  • Suitable for healthcare providers, coaches and leaders who have a social media presence

  • Want something different? Contact us to see if we can make it happen

If you’re not tackling fat liberation and body acceptance then you’re missing an important opportunity.  

Fat Inclusive Workplace Training Canada Wide

Many people live in bigger bodies and knowing how to make fat people of all sizes feel seen, welcome and included is not only the right thing to do, at times legally required, but it's also great for profits, client and employee retention, and company reputation.


Profits - Client and Employee Retention - Reputation

 
 

If you’re committed to unlearning unhelpful messages we have been told about fat bodies and want to share that message with your team (and make sure you aren’t inadvertently causing harm with your work) then you’re in the right place.

Do any of these statements resonate?

  • You’re a person that wants to unlearn anti-fat bias yourself or you want to help your team or colleagues unlearn anti-fat bias

  • Your organization is further along in your DEI journey and ready to talk about fat liberation

  • You’re part of a DEI team, DEI committee or Employee Resource Group and want to learn more about anti-fat bias to implement into your DEI practice

  • You want people in larger bodies to feel seen, heard, and feel safe working with you

  • You’ve recognized that weight inclusion has barely been considered in DEI planning and want to rectify that

  • You understand more laws and policies are being passed protecting fat folks from discrimination and want to be set up so that you can mitigate any future litigation from those experiencing discrimination by stopping it from happening in the first place

  • You care so deeply about size diversity and worry that you may be saying or doing things that could hurt fat folks without even realizing it

  • You want to feel confident that you understand anti-fat bias so that you can be a competent fat-ally

  • You’re not a fat person, recognize your size privilege and want to use the influence you have to educate your clients and staff on weight bias and body acceptance

  • You want to make sure that your workplace is welcoming to fat people 

If any of those statements resonated with you then welcome, you’re in the right place.

What People are Saying

  • “I cannot thank you enough for this afternoon’s session. As soon as we hung up, everyone texted our thread raving about how wonderful and knowledgeable you are and how incredibly helpful the session was. I’m so happy we connected and I am so grateful to be working with you. I look forward to tonight’s session.”

    Weight Inclusive Consulting Client

  • “Here at Burton’s Biscuits we are working on a diversity & inclusion project and I felt the subject of size diversity and body acceptance was something we were missing. I have listened to Fierce Fatty Podcast and I thought Vinny would be a perfect to talk to our large workforce.

I would definitely recommend working with Vinny and would recommend them to colleagues. Vinny has created some interesting conversations and it definitely got people thinking and engaged.

What I really liked about working with Vinny is that everything went really smoothly and people are eager to learn more.

P.S. We are all still talking about you and your talk here at Burton’s!.”

    Helen Cummings - Internal Communications & Engagement Manager - Burton's Biscuits

  • “I could see in the comments how incredibly helpful it was! I so so appreciate you and the work you do!!!!
Thanks again! We will be keeping in touch ;)”

    Weight Inclusive Consulting Client

  • “Thank you so much, Vinny! That was incredible and so valuable for everyone. I love your energy and how you teach, it’s such a joy!”

    Weight Inclusive Consulting Client

  • "Vinny, I wanted to say that I found your session to be inspirational, necessary, and fun. Your enthusiasm is contagious (in a wonderful way). You rock!”

    Wendy - VP - Weight Inclusive Consulting Client

  • “I would highly recommend Vinny’s workshop. They are dynamic and engaging.”

    Vanessa Bannon, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority - Weight Inclusive Consulting Client

  • “Vinny brings a tremendous amount of enthusiasm, professionalism, humour, and heart to everything they do. We were thrilled to have Vinny come to visit our office twice.”

    Shelley - Coast Mental Health

  • “Thank you so much, Vinny! That was incredible and so valuable for everyone. I love your energy and how you teach, it’s such a joy!”

    Workshop attendee

  • “Please give Vinny alllll the thanks — they were amazing!! Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to connect with them!”

    Workshop attendee

- This is a Fat Positive Space Poster

- This is a Fat Positive Space Poster

Download the Free Poster “This Is a Fat Positive Space” to promote an environment which is more supportive of folks in bigger bodies!

Why this work is important outside of it just being the right thing to do

Many people live in bigger bodies. By not understanding weight bias and failing to tailor your Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans to speak to fat folks you’re missing out on having a positive impact on a significant section of your employee population.

Companies that have greater diversity, inclusion, and equity have increased impact, make more money and staff are happier (more effective and have higher retention rates).

Enhance Diversity with Size Inclusive DEI Workshops

“Stronger staff experiences of DEI translate to stronger organizations. Our data reveals a direct correlation between staff experiences of DEI and their Net Promoter Score (a measure of satisfaction) as well as their Intent to Stay (a measure of retention)” - Unrealized-Impact Study 2.0

Employees and customers will feel more understood

“​​When companies establish inclusive business cultures and policies, they are more likely to report:

  • 59.1% increase in creativity, innovation, and openness.

  • 37.9% better assessment of consumer interest and demand” - Catalyst.org

Increased revenue

DEI is linked to better financial health of companies including higher earnings. - PIIE

Improved company reputation

Organizations with inclusive business cultures and practices are 57.8% more likely to improve their reputations - ILO


Talent and productivity is maximized and you’re more able to retain talent and attract customers

“They feel valued, trusted, authentic, and psychologically safe” - Catalyst.org

Is your organization legally required to protect fat folks from discrimination?

Did you know that weight is a protected class in several locations? These include New York, San Francisco, Washington DC, Michigan State and many other places.

Why is this important to know?

Your organization could be discriminating against those in larger bodies which is against the law. Many people are unaware of these protections and leave their companies open to litigation.

Not only is treating people of all body sizes equitably the right thing to do it is predicted that in the future fat folks will be protected at the federal level (as well the established local levels) and something that organizations MUST do.

 

How it Works - Make Your Workplace Size Inclusive

Weight Inclusive Consulting supports organizations and individuals in their efforts to reduce the harm of anti-fat bias in their work and lives. Here’s the process of working together:

 
 
 

Apply to work with Weight Inclusive Consulting

We can't wait to hear from you! Please answer the questions so that we can see if you're a good fit for Weight Inclusive Consulting. You will hear from us within 48 hours of submitting your details. You are under no obligation to work with Weight Inclusive Consulting if you complete this form.

 

About

Weight Inclusive Consulting creates non-judgemental and engaging education for DEI teams, businesses that serve plus-size clients or have staff in larger bodies, healthcare providers, coaches and individuals who want to unlearn anti-fat bias. We have worked in the diversity, equity and inclusion field since 2013, specializing in weight bias.

Founder, Vinny Welsby (they/them) is a world-leading expert on dismantling anti-fat bias and diet-culture, TEDx speaker, and the Founder of Weight Inclusive Consulting.

They are white, fat, queer, non-binary, neurodivergent, university educated and a settler in Vancouver Canada.

Vinny helps is dedicated to shifting the way society views fat bodies. Vinny is an expert in anti-fat bias, body liberation, and a certified coach.

Vinny spent 10+ years in the corporate world including time as an Adjunct Professor at the University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business and a diversity, equity and inclusion consultant for the leading firm in Canada.

Weight Inclusive Consulting proudly serves clients globally in a range of industries and is officially a LGBTQ+ Certified Supplier with CGLCC, Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce.

 

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Why work with Weight Inclusive Consulting

The big questions to ask:

  • Do you want to increase your revenue, improve your company reputation, and understand and serve 67% of the market?

  • Do you want fat people to feel safe and seen when interacting with you and your organization?

  • Do you want to feel safe knowing you have limited the chance that you could cause pain to folks with fat bodies?

  • Do you want to unlearn your own anti-fat bias?

It is no longer acceptable for organizations and indivduals to operate with anti-fat bias going unchecked even if that bias is unintentional. It’s time for us all to do better (and reap the rewards of those efforts). Thank you for being a part of the solution!

Apply to work with Weight Inclusive Consulting

We can't wait to hear from you! Please answer the questions so that we can see if you're a good fit for Weight Inclusive Consulting. You will hear from us within 48 hours of submitting your details. You are under no obligation to work with Weight Inclusive Consulting if you complete this form.

 
 

Diversity statement

 

If you share our values then we could be a good fit to work together

If you don’t share the same basic values as us then unfortunately we won’t be a fit to work together. Here is what we believe:

  • Fat liberation is the backbone of Weight Inclusive Consulting and we are unable to work with clients who perpetuate anti-fat bias by offering diets or weight-loss solutions. This also includes engaging in healthism. However, if you are looking to unlearn anti-fat bias we can help with that. 

  • Diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to Weight Inclusive Consulting. We believe that all humans regardless of how their humaness manifests (whether it be size, race, disability, age, socioeconomic status, gender, ethnicity, sexuality or any other identity) are worthy of equity, inclusion and celebration.

  • Working with Weight Inclusive Consulting means you’re on the same page as us and we will be delighted to create an incredible respect-filled and fun working relationship.

Land acknowledgment:

We work on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.

Learn more about xʷməθkʷəy̓əm - Musqueam Indian Band

Learn more about Sḵwx̱wú7mesh - Squamish Nation

Learn more about səlilwətaɬ - Tsleil-Waututh Nation