Who we are
The people behind ReGrowth.
ReGrowth was first thought of in a noisy and over-priced apartment in South London. Waxing lyrical on the state of inequality towards the fat community, Kate expressed a desire to educate more people about fat oppression. Catherine responded with a simple, ‘Why can’t we?’ and the idea was born. After many, many late night conversations and brainstorming, ReGrowth was founded and we began in earnest.
Kate Asquith (she/her)
CO-FOUNDER
Background
Kate Asquith is a fat liberation advocate from Cumbria, currently living in London. She studied English at the University of Oxford, and Fashion Journalism at the University of the Arts London. She is the author and illustrator of Louder! A Guide to Finding Your Voice and Changing the World, which empowers teenagers to stand up for what they believe in. She works in the youth charity sector, specialising in anti-bullying, learning design and diversity, equity and inclusion.
Kate is Mid Fat on the Fat Spectrum, and Level 4 experiencing Basic Access within the Categories of Fat Access framework. She is a white, cis, queer woman.
Why Regrowth?
“Discovering fat liberation was transformative for me. After years growing and learning across different social justice spaces, it emerged as a deeply personal strand of activism that spoke to my own life, my own body, and the way I wanted to show up in the world. I’m excited to share what I’ve learned with the wider community.”
Catherine Doubell (she/her)
CO-FOUNDER
Background
Catherine Doubell is a learning technologist and instructional designer based in London. She studied French Studies and History at the University of London Institute in Paris and holds an MA in European History from Birkbeck, University of London, as well as a MicroMasters in Instructional Design and Technology. She has over five years’ experience designing engaging and accessible learning experiences and is passionate about creating inclusive learning that supports people from all backgrounds to grow and thrive.
Catherine is Small Fat on the Fat Spectrum, and Level 5 experiencing Systemic Access within the Categories of Fat Access framework. She is a white, disabled, queer woman.
Why Regrowth?
“Kate introduced me to fat liberation early into our friendship and I quickly absorbed as much as information as possible. I am still very much on a learning journey, but am proud to be able to use my skills to highlight and support an oft-neglected community.”
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