Christine’s story: “Dealing with my scars”
Christine, who sustained burns at the age of three, tells us how pursuing her dream to be a performer started her on a journey towards self-acceptance.
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Tatyana’s story: “It’s a chance to change how people see themselves”
Tatyana sustained burns in a fire at age 8. She's challenging brands to be more diverse in who they choose to represent them.
Tatyana’s story: “I’m happy with who I am and what I’m doing”
Tatyana is a burns survivor. She shares her story of adjusting to life with a visible difference.
Catrin’s story: “There is no ‘perfect’ way to look”
Burns survivor Catrin, 25, came to terms with a life-changing accident and is now a Changing Faces ambassador and an Avon model.
Michael’s story: “I usually meet stares with a smile”
Changing Faces champion Michael explains what life is like as a burns survivor, and how he deals with reactions to his visible difference.
Tulsi’s story: “I wear my scars with pride. Each has its own story”
Burns survivor Tulsi uses her experiences to help others, and wants better representation of people with visible differences.