Read or listen to real stories from people affected by visible difference, their parents and families, as well as Changing Faces staff and volunteers. Inspired to share your story? We’d love to hear it – share your story now.
Abi was born with Lymphatic Malformation. People’s reactions to her condition made her self-consciousness, but thanks to a strong support network, she’s coming to terms with her condition.
Caroline chose to have a mastectomy after discovering she carries a BRCA2 mutation. Online dating has brought people’s ignorance to light, but she doesn't regret her decision.
Being diagnosed with linear scleroderma was physically and mentally challenging for Holly. Working in medicine is her dream, and she hopes to help others like her feel supported.
Sneha’s craniofacial dysplasia has impacted her both physically and emotionally. However, she hasn’t let it stop her from pursuing her love of dance, music and teaching.
As a teenager, Eden felt that finding love with a visible difference was impossible. Then she met someone who accepts all of her, realising that attraction is much more than appearance.
Ash was born with CMN. Bullying and harmful myths about her condition caused her pain, but she’s determined to celebrate her difference by supporting others facing challenges too.
Acquiring a facial difference after cancer led to Vikki rebuilding her identity. She realised that her value never came from her appearance, but from her character.
As a teacher, Sarah is passionate about educating children about visible difference and using her experience of having a birthmark to encourage acceptance.
Growing up with NF1 was tough for Ashleigh. Feeling like she didn’t belong caused her to hide away. But, having children made her want to accept herself to show them difference is nothing to be ashamed of.
This Christmas, author and presenter, Jono Lancaster has written a letter to his younger self, reassuring him that love and acceptance is part of his future.
Embracing your visible difference: Our campaigners share messages to their younger selves, encouraging them to learn to love themselves as they are.
Having scoliosis made Eli feel insecure about his body. Now, as a model, he hopes to show people that they deserve to be seen, and to live without shame.