Eating Disorders Awareness Week takes place from 28 February to 6 March 2026, a week focused on improving understanding of eating disorders and the support available.
When is Eating Disorders Awareness Week?
Eating Disorders Awareness Week is observed in March (February 28 - March 6). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.
Why Eating Disorders Awareness Week matters
Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that affect people of every age and background, and earlier understanding and support can make recovery far more likely. Explore mental health volunteering.
How to get involved in Eating Disorders Awareness Week
There are three simple ways to make Eating Disorders Awareness Week count:
- Volunteer — volunteer with a mental health or eating disorder charity offering helpline, befriending or peer support. Browse opportunities.
- Fundraise — organise a fundraiser to fund treatment, research and support services.
- Raise awareness — share accurate, stigma-free information so people feel able to seek help sooner.
Eating Disorders Awareness Week volunteering opportunities
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Other March Dates
Brain Awareness Week
March 16-22
Healthcare Science Week
March
International Day of Happiness
March 20
International Transgender Day of Visibility
March 31
International Women's Day
March 8
Mother's Day
Last Sunday of March
National Salt Awareness Week
March 9-15
No Smoking Day
March 12
Nutrition and Hydration Week
March 10-16
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
1-31
Overseas NHS Workers Day
March 7
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
1-31
World Autism Acceptance Week
March
World Down Syndrome Day
March 21
World Kidney Day
March 13
World Oral Health Day
March 20
World Sleep Day
March 14
Young Carer's Action Day
March 16
Zero Discrimination Day
March 1
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