Laura’s campaigning journey (so far)
Our ambassador Laura speaks about her experiences as a campaigner and offers guidance for taking those first steps into the world of campaigning.
Real stories
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.
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Dean’s story: “I finally felt heard.”
Dean shares his journey with alopecia areata, and why he's trying to break down the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and alopecia.
Zelda’s story: “I’ve learnt to be kinder to myself”
After developing alopecia, Zelda not only faced the loss of her identity, but also the assumptions of people around her. Owning her condition has enabled her to find a new love for herself.
Jess’s story: “Never feel like you’re a burden”
When Jess developed alopecia, she found it difficult to imagine a positive future. Thanks to her family and a supportive social media community, things are now looking bright.
Laura’s story: “It genuinely changed my life for the better”
Laura updates us on her visible difference journey so far, including a “lightbulb” moment she had.
Laura’s story: “I am finally becoming the role model I needed”
Sharing her story online put Laura on a path towards embracing her hair loss. Now she's helping others to celebrate what makes each of us different.
Kiri and Paiva’s story: “She can do anything and no one can stop her”
Kiri has alopecia, and when her daughter Paiva also started losing her hair, it pushed her to accept their visible differences.
Julie’s story: “I am in no way limited by looking different”
Julie lost all her hair at 14 due to alopecia. Joining a community of people with visible differences helped Julie accept herself.
Brenda’s story: “I work with my hair loss rather than hide from it”
Brenda, 33, is a Changing Faces champion who has alopecia. Becoming a model helped her accept and embrace her visible difference.