A collage of Ella, a 20 something year old white woman who has a blonde mohawk and a cranio-facial condition, Shankar, a 20 something year old man of colour, who has medium-length black hair and the skin condition vitiligo; and Hannah, a 20 something year old white woman who has long brown hair and is wearing glasses.

Ella, Hannah and Shankar on dating

23 November 2021

In this edition of our podcast, Ella, Hannah & Shankar reflect on what it's like to date someone when you have a visible difference.

Our guest host and campaigner Hannah spoke to fellow campaigner Ella and ambassador Shankar about navigating the challenges of dating with a visible difference – sharing their own experiences and tips to feel more confident about dating.

A full transcription of the episode is available on our website.

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Overcoming problems with physical intimacy and sex if you have a visible difference

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Hannah’s story: “I feel free in my skin”

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