What is Shuno?

Shuno, meaning “listen” or “hear” in Bengali, represents amplifying voices that have long gone unheard.

Through testimonials from people who have struggled with an eating disorder, we strive to show how it is okay to suffer and it is okay to ask for help.

Our Story

It is important that people in the South Asian community feel comfortable relying on one another, Shuno originated from the hope of developing that trust.

South Asia has an incredibly complex culture and social dynamics that makes it difficult to apply the same medical process to people of this region. This is especially a concern when treating an eating disorder (and mental illnesses in general).

Shuno began with Anoova Sattar, a high school student located in Olympia, Washington. From her own experience with anorexia nervosa as a Bangladeshi American, she was compelled to start this initiative after recognizing how little support there was around this present in the community.

Why Shuno?

Everyone deserves treatment regardless of how severe the physical consequences are. We promote early intervention rather than waiting for one to be “sick enough” for care.

There are people who do not get diagnosed for what they go through even if they may meet the medical criteria. We want to ensure the project is as inclusive as possible when collecting submissions by asking for people who have struggled with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or both.

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What is Shuno?

Shuno, meaning “listen” or “hear” in Bengali, represents amplifying voices that have long gone unheard.

Our Story

It is important that people in the South Asian community feel comfortable relying on one another, Shuno originated from the hope of developing that trust.

Shuno began with Anoova Sattar, a high school student located in Olympia, Washington. From her own experience with anorexia nervosa as a Bangladeshi American, she was compelled to start this initiative after recognizing how little support there was around this present in the community.

Why Shuno?

Everyone deserves treatment regardless of how severe the physical consequences are. We promote early intervention rather than waiting for one to be “sick enough” for care.

Contribute

We’re always looking for more people interested in furthering our goals.

See ways to get involved.

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