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An International Project
F.E.A.S.T. is thrilled to support and participate in the Sockit Project

Sockit to Ed is a global effort to raise awareness
and support eating disorder charities and foundations.  

DURING

EATING DISORDERS

AWARENESS WEEK(s)


F.E.A.S.T. would like to celebrate our members 

and community through Sockit  Meetups. 

Let's 

Get Together 

and SOCKIT to ED! 


F.E.A.S.T. Members Meet Ups: wear a pair of your silliest socks to support families affected by eating disorders. Laugh; Talk; Share and Strengthen!



EDAW DATES:
CAN-   Feb 1-7
US -  Feb 22-28
UK-  Feb 22-March 1


Exact Locations and Dates of  F.E.A.S.T. 'Sockit' Meet Ups to follow. 

*Anyone willing to host a local or virtual meetup contact me at: [email protected]
Facebook Sockit to Ed page:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/381545115359407/

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