Our Story
Led by a group of volunteer board members, we seek to educate, advocate and train Iowans to better understand and treat eating disorders.
The experience of having an eating disorder and supporting a loved one with an eating disorder is a complex, painful, costly and, at times, deadly experience. Too many Iowa lives have been impacted by disordered eating. EDCI was founded in 2010 with the hopes of providing timely, informed and helpful information to assist those who are currently struggling, recovered or supporting an individual with disordered eating. We hope to empower and educate providers to provide the best quality care to the citizens of Iowa.
Education, Events and Trainings
EDCI is proud to host a number of professional learning opportunities. Continuing education is available at our biannual fall conference, Eating Disorder Awareness Week events and lunch and learn events. Onsite or virtual training for organizations and healthcare clinics is also available.
Professional Membership
Join our network of professionals dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of eating disorders. Members receive discounts to EDCI events, consultation group and listserv.
Impact of EDCI
1K+
Community Members
250+
Providers Trained
2+
Events per year
14
Years of Supporting Iowans
Vision and Mission
An Iowa with increased access to weight inclusive education and care for the prevention and treatment of eating disorders.
To provide inclusive education about disordered eating and to change cultural narratives regarding food, bodies, exercise, weight, and health.
We serve Iowa providers by facilitating training opportunities to elevate the proficiency of disordered eating care.
We seek to be a catalyst of hope, acceptance, understanding, and healing to the larger Iowa community.
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