One Voice.
A United Call To Action
The Eating Disorders Alliance brings together Australia’s leading eating disorder organisations in an unprecedented collaboration. Together, we advocate for sustainable funding, meaningful policy change, and coordinated sector improvements for those living with, or at risk of, an eating disorders across Australia and New Zealand.
Our principles:
- Collaboration and safe sharing
- Respect for each other, the sector, and our communities
- Inclusion and diversity
- Recognising and embedding the expertise of those with lived experience
- Commitment to systems reform
Collaboration to Effect Change
The Eating Disorders Alliance is a uniting of Australia and New Zealand’s eating disorder organisations, coming together to work collaboratively—sharing insights, avoiding duplication, and presenting unified recommendations to those who can make real change happen.
By demonstrating genuine cooperation within the eating disorder sector, we strengthen our collective voice when engaging with government departments, policymakers, and media across Australia and New Zealand. When we speak together, decision-makers listen.
Advocating for Meaningful Change
Stronger Together
The Eating Disorders Alliance represents a diverse coalition of specialist eating disorder organisations across Australia and New Zealand. Each member brings unique expertise and perspectives, yet we stand united in our commitment to improving outcomes for all those affected by eating disorders.
Our collaborative approach ensures resources are used efficiently, gaps in services are identified collectively, and we speak with one powerful voice.
Making an Impact
Federal Budget Signals Progress: Eating Disorders Must Be Explicitly Recognised in the NDIS Reset
The Eating Disorders Alliance (EDA) acknowledges the Australian Government’s mental health and disability investments in the 2026–27 Federal Budget, including funding for suicide prevention, community‑based supports and eating disorder initiatives.
Eating Disorders Alliance supports the TGA’s compliance focus on listed medicine advertising and weight loss medications
The Eating Disorders Alliance welcomes the publication of the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s (TGA) Compliance Principles Reinforcing Proactive and Risk‑Based Enforcement Throughout 2026 and 2027. The EDA strongly supports the TGA’s
Eating Disorder Organisations Unite to Call for Reform and Investment
One Voice. A United Call to Action. For just $20.72m per annum we can save billions and save lives. One Voice. A United Call to Action. For just $20.72m
Join Us in Creating Change
Whether you’re a policymaker seeking expert insights, media looking for sector perspectives, or a stakeholder interested in collaboration, the Eating Disorders Alliance is here to engage.
Media Enquiries
For media statements and sector commentary: media@eatingdisordersalliance.org.au
General Enquiries
For all other stakeholder engagement: info@eatingdisordersalliance.org.au