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Thin privilege is having medications like Plan B formulated for your body.

ByLindley Ashline

Did you know that Plan B (also known as the morning-after pill) is only effective for people who weigh 155 pounds or less?

Fat people are left out of medical testing, equipment design, research and medication dosages.

Privilege is unearned, but it’s not something you need to feel bad or guilty about. Let’s work to extend those privileges to the most marginalized bodies, too.

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Lindley Ashline

Hi there! I'm Lindley. I create artwork that celebrates the unique beauty of bodies that fall outside conventional "beauty" standards at Body Liberation Photography. I'm also the creator of Body Liberation Stock and the Body Love Shop, a curated central resource for body-friendly artwork and products. Find all my work here at bodyliberationphotos.com.

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