Prisha’s story: “I’m proud of my condition”
Overcoming bullies helped Prisha accept her condition. She's determined to help others by raising awareness of visible difference.
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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Jenny on a day in the life of a skin camouflage practitioner
Skin camouflage practitioner Jenny explains how skin camouflage works and why she loves helping people with visible differences.
Hilary’s story: “Sharing experiences is the first step”
Inclusive Minds ambassador Hilary writes about parenting a child with visible difference, and why diversity in books is so important.
Rhona’s story: “A condition like mine shouldn’t hold you back”
Against the odds, Rhona, who has a cleft lip and palate, became a singer. She now helps people with visible differences feel comfortable.
Sam’s story: “Don’t always judge a book by its cover”
Sam is a Changing Faces champion who has a cleft lip and palate. He and his mum Claire explain how they cope with people's reactions.
Marcus’ story: “I’m not on my own. It’s like a weight had been lifted”
Marcus is a Changing Faces champion with a facial cleft. Meeting people with visible differences has helped him build resilience.
Sam considers what it’s like for people with visible differences on holiday
Sam, our Wellbeing Co-ordinator in Yorkshire and the Humber, shares tips for coping with tricky holiday situations.
Ariel’s story: “Mathematics prove I’m ugly”
Ariel, an inspirational young writer from the US who has Crouzon syndrome, shares how she came to realise that beauty is subjective.
Body matters
Society can focus on facial disfigurement, ignoring those with a bodily condition, write Changing Faces staff Kathryn and Michelle.