Ryan reflects on staring
Ryan reflects on the difference between a look and a stare, sharing his own experiences with his views on how society behaves towards people with a visible difference.
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Atholl’s story: “Celebrating difference will help prevent negative behaviours like staring.”
It's Face Equality Week and the theme is staring. Atholl, the face of our #StopTheStare video, reflects on his experiences with staring.
Stop the stare: our campaigners reflect on staring
It’s Face Equality week, and we’re calling for the public to better understand the impact of negative behaviours, such as staring, on those who have a visible difference or disfigurement. Today, our campaigners share how staring impacts their lives.
What makes a villain? Jude reflects on National Superhero Day
It’s National Superhero Day, and our campaigner Jude shares thoughts on her favourite Netflix series, The Umbrella Academy.
Mikaela on the power and challenges of visibility
Mikaela shares her wish for a peaceful Day of Transgender Visibility for everyone.
Ryan on the importance of mental health and wellbeing support
Our campaigner Ryan shares his views on why support and awareness raising are key to our new strategy.
Ella, Hannah and Shankar on dating
In this edition of our podcast, Ella, Hannah & Shankar reflect on what it's like to date someone when you have a visible difference.
Emma on the importance of challenging the film industry
Volunteer campaigner Emma discusses handling questions and comments on why representation in film matters.
Mikaela on popular culture assuming that appearance equals character
Changing Faces campaigner Mikaela explains her thoughts about the use of disfigurements, scars, marks and conditions in movies as the new Bond film premieres.
Shankar’s story: “It takes time to embrace who you are”
Our ambassador Shankar explains why he celebrates World Vitiligo Day, and how to find the right support for you.
Natalie’s story: “World Vitiligo Day and what it means to me”
Our campaigner Natalie discusses her experiences with vitiligo, World Vitiligo Day and the importance of educating people about the condition.
Ella’s story: “No one cared that I looked different”
For Ella, running has not only helped her build confidence and make friends, it's also helped her to educate people about visible difference.