Healthy Eating & Active Living

BACK

Obesity Policy Coalition

The Obesity Policy Coalition was formed in 2006 due to concerns about rates of overweight and obesity in Australia, and the impact of this on chronic diseases, such as cancer and diabetes.

The aim of the Obesity Policy Coalition is to influence change in policy and regulation to support obesity prevention, particularly in Australian children.

The Obesity Policy Coalition was established by:

  • Cancer Council Victoria
  • Diabetes Victoria
  • VicHealth
  • The Global Obesity Centre at Deakin University.

Website: Obesity Policy Coalition