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Changing Faces

@faceequality

We are the UK's leading charity for everyone with a mark, scar or condition - providing support and promoting respect.

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Great to see Changing Faces campaigners contribute to this article, speaking out about the emotional impact of having a visible difference and spotlighting the wellbeing and skin camouflage support that we offer. ❤️‍🩹

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We’re excited to see Jono Lancaster fronting a powerful new documentary series, #LoveMyFace, which follows people with visible differences as they seek support and consider treatments to help accept or address their differences. 📺 More information: channel4.com/programmes/lov…

We’re excited to see Jono Lancaster fronting a powerful new documentary series, #LoveMyFace, which follows people with visible differences as they seek support and consider treatments to help accept or address their differences.

📺 More information: channel4.com/programmes/lov…
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Our Support & Information line is closed for the Easter Bank Holiday from 4pm today - Thursday 17 April, and reopens Tuesday 22 April at 10am. 🐣 In case you need urgent help over the weekend, learn more: changingfaces.org.uk/services-suppo…

Our Support & Information line is closed for the Easter Bank Holiday from 4pm today - Thursday 17 April, and reopens Tuesday 22 April at 10am. 🐣

In case you need urgent help over the weekend, learn more: changingfaces.org.uk/services-suppo…
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“I hope that kids like 18-year-old me, sitting at home feeling lost or broken, see #LoveMyFace and feels hope.” Last night, supporter Gary appeared on Jono Lancaster’s fantastic #LoveMyFace documentary series. Catch up on Channel 4 online. Gary's story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/AOyiDN

“I hope that kids like 18-year-old me, sitting at home feeling lost or broken, see #LoveMyFace and feels hope.”

Last night, supporter Gary appeared on <a href="/Jono_Lancaster/">Jono Lancaster</a>’s fantastic #LoveMyFace documentary series. Catch up on Channel 4 online.

Gary's story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/AOyiDN
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Last week, the first two episodes of Jono Lancaster’s #LoveMyFace aired, and Changing Faces supporter Kate, whose son William has #TreacherCollinsSyndrome, shares what it means to her family to see a series focusing on differences. 📺 Love My Face is now airing on Channel 4.

Last week, the first two episodes of Jono Lancaster’s #LoveMyFace aired, and Changing Faces supporter Kate, whose son William has #TreacherCollinsSyndrome, shares what it means to her family to see a series focusing on differences.

📺 Love My Face is now airing on Channel 4.
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"At 16, I applied for a job in a shop, but didn’t hear back. Following up, I learned they did want to hire me, but weren’t sure what I could manage. "It was a reminder that my limb difference can lead people to make assumptions about my abilities." Lucy: social.changingfaces.org.uk/GkMmDF

"At 16, I applied for a job in a shop, but didn’t hear back. Following up, I learned they did want to hire me, but weren’t sure what I could manage.
"It was a reminder that my limb difference can lead people to make assumptions about my abilities."

Lucy: social.changingfaces.org.uk/GkMmDF
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Huge Thanks to All Our London Marathon Runners! 🏅 You’ve gone the extra mile (literally!) to raise funds and awareness for people with visible differences, and your support means the world to us. Why not join #TeamChangingFaces for London Marathon 2026: social.changingfaces.org.uk/8GSxrx

Huge Thanks to All Our London Marathon Runners! 🏅

You’ve gone the extra mile (literally!) to raise funds and awareness for people with visible differences, and your support means the world to us.

Why not join #TeamChangingFaces for London Marathon 2026: social.changingfaces.org.uk/8GSxrx
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Well - here’s the announcement - I am beyond honoured to be playing this role and involved in this project. Shout out to my reps and family for their unwavering support and huge shout out to those who follow and support my work. I love you all.

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“I’m tired of not seeing myself represented in society." Campaigner Katie wants to help others with scoliosis feel less alone through her campaigning. She shares her story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/ktNRdy

“I’m tired of not seeing myself represented in society."

Campaigner Katie wants to help others with scoliosis feel less alone through her campaigning. She shares her story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/ktNRdy
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"I ran the London Marathon for Changing Faces because, when my mum was alive, they supported her after surgery that resulted in a facial difference." – Abbie Feeling inspired? 💪 Take on a challenge and support Changing Faces today: social.changingfaces.org.uk/AwISWX

"I ran the London Marathon for Changing Faces because, when my mum was alive, they supported her after surgery that resulted in a facial difference." – Abbie

Feeling inspired? 💪 Take on a challenge and support Changing Faces today: social.changingfaces.org.uk/AwISWX
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57% of people feel that those with visible differences are not represented enough in popular culture. We’re changing that. This Face Equality Week, let’s fill this feed with faces and bodies that challenge stereotypes and reclaim the canvas 🙌 ow.ly/SCKg50VQNUA

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This #FaceEqualityWeek, our campaigners are reclaiming space for people with visible differences, in a world that too often erases or sidelines them. The theme is #MyFaceIsAMasterpiece and today, Dylan, Oliver, Katie and Elj share what this means to them. 💖

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We're mid-way through #FaceEquality week, and today, our campaigners have been highlighting their scars, marks and conditions with pride. To get involved, post a picture of your visible difference, tagging us, with the hashtag #MyFaceIsAMasterpiece or #MyBodyIsAMasterpiece. 🦋

We're mid-way through #FaceEquality week, and today, our campaigners have been highlighting their scars, marks and conditions with pride.

To get involved, post a picture of your visible difference, tagging us, with the hashtag #MyFaceIsAMasterpiece or #MyBodyIsAMasterpiece. 🦋
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“Living with Harlequin ichthyosis means that Poppy faces challenges most can’t imagine. But what shines through is her joy, her humour, and her unshakable spirit. That’s why I say with pride: My daughter Poppy is a masterpiece.” - Amy. Poppy's story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/Onw4Q9

“Living with Harlequin ichthyosis means that Poppy faces challenges most can’t imagine. But what shines through is her joy, her humour, and her unshakable spirit. That’s why I say with pride: My daughter Poppy is a masterpiece.” - Amy.

Poppy's story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/Onw4Q9
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57% of people feel that those with visible differences are not represented enough in popular culture. This #FaceEqualityWeek, we’re reclaiming the canvas, transforming campaigners into works of art by iconic artists, from Van Gogh to Warhol, bringing our community into view.

57% of people feel that those with visible differences are not represented enough in popular culture.

This #FaceEqualityWeek, we’re reclaiming the canvas, transforming campaigners into works of art by iconic artists, from Van Gogh to Warhol,  bringing our community into view.
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Face Equality Week 2025 📢 A huge thank you to everyone who supported, donated, shared their stories, and helped amplify voices of the community last week. Here are some final images that we've been tagged in or have spotted from the community. #MyFaceIsAMasterpiece

Face Equality Week 2025 📢

A huge thank you to everyone who supported, donated, shared their stories, and helped amplify voices of the community last week.

Here are some final images that we've been tagged in or have spotted from the community.
#MyFaceIsAMasterpiece
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“Being open with each other about our experiences made me realise that I am not alone and I have a supportive community around me.” Talking to other people with visible differences has helped Shae to start to regain her confidence: social.changingfaces.org.uk/cpQNpr

“Being open with each other about our experiences made me realise that I am not alone and I have a supportive community around me.”

Talking to other people with visible differences has helped Shae to start to regain her confidence: social.changingfaces.org.uk/cpQNpr
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We’re thrilled to announce Drawing Awareness, a new solo exhibition by Kelvin Okafor, featuring some of our campaigners! Join us for an inspiring exhibition that celebrates difference and humanity. 📍 Hope 93 Gallery, London 📅 Wednesday 4 June ow.ly/QGOI50VZj55

We’re thrilled to announce Drawing Awareness, a new solo exhibition by Kelvin Okafor, featuring some of our campaigners! Join us for an inspiring exhibition that celebrates difference and humanity.

📍 Hope 93 Gallery, London
📅 Wednesday 4 June

ow.ly/QGOI50VZj55
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"My facial difference and queer identity have often marked me as different in the eyes of the world. But to me, that's something to celebrate." - Robert Rhodes, Actor and Changing Faces Ambassador. Read Rob's story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/aDr2Yc

"My facial difference and queer identity have often marked me as different in the eyes of the world. But to me, that's something to celebrate."

- <a href="/RobertRhodesAct/">Robert Rhodes</a>, Actor and Changing Faces Ambassador.

Read Rob's story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/aDr2Yc
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"I would avoid wearing anything that would show off my back and I would even wear hoodies in the height of summer." For years, campaigner Katie found summer hard, hiding her scoliosis under heavy clothes, even in hot weather. Today, she shares her story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/DF9d0o

"I would avoid wearing anything that would show off my back and I would even wear hoodies in the height of summer."

For years, campaigner Katie found summer hard, hiding her scoliosis under heavy clothes, even in hot weather.  Today, she shares her story: social.changingfaces.org.uk/DF9d0o