Sabira’s story: ‘The feeling of being understood overwhelmed me’
Sabira has eczema, a condition that causes inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough skin. If I had not started to be open with... Read More
Bianca’s story: ‘You can handle anything that life throws at you’
Bianca has keloid scars on her face, chest and back which were caused by acne. Now when people make comments, I educate them about my condition if they... Read More
Eleanor’s story: ‘I am not bothered by my birthmark’
Hi! I’m Eleanor and I was born with a port wine stain birthmark on the right side of my face. And I... Read More
Kiri and Paiva’s story: ‘She can be anyone, do anything, and no one can stop her’
Kiri and her daughter Paiva both have alopecia. Being a mother has given me the strength to show my beautiful princess that... Read More
Senior Practitioner Julie on our children and young people’s services
I’m Julie, one of Changing Faces’ senior practitioners. I deliver wellbeing services to children, young people and their parents or carers. My... Read More
Becoming a more empathetic listener
When we truly listen, people feel valued, cared for and more likely to trust us with their thoughts and feelings. You become... Read More
Ella’s fundraising story: Coast to Coast Challenge
I’m Ella, one of Changing Faces’ volunteer campaigners. My dad is one of my biggest supporters so it is a real honour... Read More
Stephanie’s story: ‘It’s no fun trying to be someone else’
Stephanie had her left eye removed as a child due to a tumour. Now when people make comments about the way I... Read More
AJ’s story: ‘Be confident, be proud and smile like you mean it’
AJ has a port wine stain birthmark on the right side of his face. After I got help with my anxiety and... Read More
Vitiligo Awareness Month: Natalie’s story
Since 2011, the vitiligo community has been joining together globally to celebrate Vitiligo Awareness Month which aims to re-emphasise the importance of... Read More