NAAFA works to eliminate discrimination based on body size and provide fat people with the tools for self-empowerment through public education, advocacy, and member support.
NAAFA was founded in 1969 by Bill Fabrey in Rochester, New York as the "National Association to Aid Fat Americans.
"[1] In its early years, social activities and letter-writing campaigns were a major part of the organization.
In 2008 they introduced the "NAAFA Size Diversity Toolkit" to educate corporations on quality of life issues.
[2] As part of its ongoing campaign, NAAFA also opposes airline policies regarding charging fat people for each seat they use.