Elephant Talk Focus Groups:

Tackling Body Shaming in the Online World

Lisbon, Portugal
26-27.02.2025

On February 27th and 28th, 2025, in the heart of Lisbon, the Elephant Talk project brought together two dynamic focus groups to dive deep into the ever more concerning issue of body shaming, its impact and to explore ways to contain it in the online spaces.

These sessions gathered individuals from diverse backgrounds, all eager to share their experiences, perspectives, and ideas. Through open discussions and interactive exercises, participants unpacked the core meaning of body shaming, examining how it manifests on social media, in digital conversations, and within online communities. More importantly, they worked together to identify strategies for creating safer, more inclusive digital environments where respect must be the fundamental value. 

The work of the two groups brought meaningful insights and actionable solutions. From empowering digital literacy to fostering online-presence education, the groups outlined key steps toward a healthier online culture.

These focus groups were a powerful step in the ongoing mission to combat harmful narratives and promote body positivity in the digital world.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this crucial conversation!