Government's Body Image Initiative stalled until after the election

Last month we wrote a post to let you know about the Body Image Initiative that the Minister for Youth had launched. We were very keen to get behind it and support in whatever way we could...as we believe the Next Real Model concept embodies what the initiative is trying to achieve.

We contacted the Minister, Kate Ellis MP to let her know about the concept and to extend our support. A couple of days ago I received a letter from her department commenting that, due to election, the Government is essentially putting the initiative on hold....fair enough I suppose, although it is very disappointing.

There have been many people working behind the scenes on this and we would encourage everyone after the election to ensure the incoming Government does not simply shelve this great initiative. Let's be sure to ask the question...as I am sure the many committees and bodies who had input will do also.