Largesse, the Network for Size Esteem is an international clearinghouse for information on size diversity empowerment. We are not, and have never been, a membership organization, and we do not sponsor events or publish newsletters. We exist solely to provide links to resources that can create personal awareness and social change which promotes a positive image, self-esteem and equal rights for people of size. Since 1986 we have been helping to link individuals, groups, businesses and professionals in the size rights community with information, support and each other.

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Susan L. Mason 1955 - 2002 Our beloved friend and Largesse Media Liaison, Susan Mason, died on Monday, December 2, 2002 from long-term complications of weight-loss surgery. From the early 1980's Susan was a passionate and articulate advocate for size diversity empowerment and an equally passionate foe of fat oppression and discrimination. Through her frequent media appearances, her comedy, art, writing, and websites, Susan brought the concept of size acceptance to an audience of millions around the globe. Her passing is a huge loss to our community. She will be sorely missed. Our tribute to her may be viewed here.

Invocation for the Size Rights Movement Let the voices for size rights be heard From the highest mountain to the deepest valley In cities, towns, and villages Wherever humankind may dwell Let them plant in the hearts and minds Of every child, woman, and man The seeds of size diversity empowerment In fertile, fallow fields Let them grow In the sunlight of reason With the driving rains of change To abundant harvests Of food for thought Let these voices sing their songs Of disappointment and of hope Of anger and of joy Of frustration and of accomplishment Through all the vicissitudes Of human condition and experience Let them bring To the struggles of people of size Dignity, pride, and unity Let this be our vision and our quest....