Crystal’s story: “You can stand out and be the change you want to see”
Crystal talks about studying at LAMDA drama school and why it's important that actors with visible differences get the chance to play more diverse roles.
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Mark’s story: “It felt like a safe space where you could be honest”
Mark talks about how our Peer Group Chat service helped him gain a new perspective on life with a visible difference.
Paulette’s story: “Always remember to celebrate our differences”
Paulette explains how being open and honest about her birthmark has helped her to feel much more confident in her own skin.
Crystal’s story: “You can do anything you set your mind to”
Actor Crystal, who has a skin flap on her right cheek, is determined that actors with visible differences should be seen and heard.
Stephanie’s story: “It’s no fun trying to be someone else”
Stephanie used to hide her visible difference, but becoming a mum (not to mention a brave haircut!) led her to self-acceptance.
George’s story: “I want to be accepted for me, not the way I look”
George has a rare skin cancer which causes tumours. He wants to help other people with visible differences feel accepted.
Paulette’s story: “Books give us a vital opportunity to educate children”
Paulette believes that we must teach our children that visible differences are positive characteristics.