Dear BBC 2, scars are not “marks of shame”
Our volunteers and supporters are speaking out after seeing popular BBC 2 quiz show, Only Connect, describe scars as “marks of shame” during the Connecting Wall round of the prime-time programme.
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Introducing our new campaigners!
We’re proud to welcome our latest group of amazing campaigners.
This Anti-Bullying Week we say it’s always the right time to reach out
We’re proud members of the Anti-Bullying Alliance and we’re supporting their ‘Reach Out’ message.
NHSGGC commits to improving representation in healthcare through Pledge To Be Seen
We're proud that NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC), the UK's largest NHS health board, has signed up to our #PledgeToBeSeen campaign…
A statement following the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Our Chief Executive, Heather Blake, provides a statement following the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
Adam Pearson is turning up the heat on Celebrity MasterChef
Adam Pearson is an award-winning campaigner, actor and presenter, but is he an award-winning cook?…
We’re welcoming a new Director of Fundraising and Communications
We're happy to announce that Pushpinder Gill has been appointed as our new Director of Fundraising and Communications. Monday 22 August marks her first day in the role.
We’re celebrating new National Lottery funding for our services
Our chief executive, Heather, explains how funding from The National Lottery Community Fund will help us achieve our new strategy.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is the latest organisation to sign our Pledge To Be Seen commitment
We’re pleased to announce Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has become the first UK fire service to partner with us.
Transport for Wales make Pledge To Be Seen commitment
Transport for Wales has joined the growing movement of organisations pledging to increase positive representation of people with visible differences and disfigurements.