Shelley’s story: ”Having a visible difference has made me the person I am today”
Shelley has Hemi Facial Microsomia, a condition which commonly affects the development of the lower half of the face. The most important... Read More
Working to end visible hate
Our head of campaigns and communications, Gill, shares an update on what’s been happening with our Visible Hate campaign. Sharing experiences Over... Read More
Nina and Millie’s story: ”We couldn’t be prouder of her”
Nina’s daughter Millie has a lymphatic malformation which affects her left eyebrow and eye. Through all the challenges, we have remained determined... Read More
Amanda’s story: ‘I wouldn’t change my appearance as I wouldn’t be me anymore’
I was born with a condition called Amniotic Band Syndrome resulting in a cleft lip and palate, missing fingers, clubbed feet and... Read More
Paulette’s story: ‘Always remember to celebrate our differences’
Paulette is a Changing Faces campaigner and has a birthmark on the left side of her neck. Throughout my life, I have... Read More
Our Christmas Appeal: Ela’s story
Ela, 11, was born with a bilateral cleft lip and cleft of the soft palate. We’re sharing her story as part of... Read More
Marian’s story: ‘My scars tell a story’
Marian has two rare conditions called Stevens Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis which affected her skin. By showing my scars, I... Read More
Jenny’s story: ‘Everyone deserves to feel safe’
Jenny is a Changing Faces campaigner and she has a scar across her abdomen and no belly button. Every environment you’re in... Read More
New research reveals children with visible differences more at risk of loneliness
New survey of children and young people finds: More than 3.5 million children and young people aged 7-16, throughout the UK self-identify... Read More
Aimee’s story: ‘Self-acceptance is the key’
Aimee has a skin condition called psoriasis. The only opinions that matter are those of the people that love you and are kind to... Read More