How our expert partners help us build body confidence

We work with qualified experts in the fields of psychology and sociology to ensure the content we create has a real impact.  From developing our biggest projects, to writing our latest articles, here are some of the expert partners who help us to build self-esteem boosting programmes and projects.

The Centre for Appearance Research

Have you seen our Steven Universe episodes yet?  They’re just one of our projects with the Centre for Appearance Research🔗 at the University of the West of England in Bristol, a globally recognised academic institution that specialises in body image, appearance and psychology. They play a major role in helping us develop our content and evidence-based educational tools, to make them as effective as possible for young people around the world.

Jess Wiener

An expert on social change, representation and inclusive messaging, Jess Wiener is a vital part of making sure that our campaigns challenge beauty standards for women and young girls. CEO of ‘Talk To Jess’🔗, a consulting firm that advises brands on issues that impact women and girls, Jess has even played a huge part in Barbie’s body-positive relaunch. Jess is a long-time Dove partner and official ambassador for the Dove Self-Esteem Project: working with us on our many campaigns for Real Beauty.