Face Equality Week 2020

19 May 2020

What is Face Equality Week?

Face Equality Week is the UK’s only campaign to ensure that everyone is treated fairly and equally whatever the appearance of their face or body. It’s a special time of celebration and action, which champions our community, gives a voice to more people with a visible difference, and changes people’s perceptions.

When is Face Equality Week 2020?

We are delighted to announce that Face Equality Week 2020 will be taking place from 18 to 22 May, with Face Equality Day on Wednesday 20 May.

What’s planned for Face Equality Week 2020?

Our theme this year focuses on representation, ensuring people with a visible difference are seen and heard during this time of crisis. From not being able to rely on usual support networks, to feeling anxious about how to manage with stares, comments and abuse once the lockdown eases, people with visible differences are facing unique challenges during this pandemic. That's why it's so important to share the stories and experiences of lockdown from our community, including hopes for the future. Join their Butterfly Challenge or check out their Wellbeing Support Pack and get active on

https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/campaign/faceequalityweek

Joanna’s story

Joanna highlights the importance of women with NF1 receiving mammograms, and being able to train for the 2023 London Marathon

Mobile Device Usage by Young Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Disabilities in Their Home

Research: exploring current use of mobile devices in the home - parents' perspectives & experiences

NF2 and Radiotherapy

Research: Studying the risk of serious side effects of radiotherapy in people with NF2

Sally’s NF1 story

Sally tells a story that will resonate - devastation at diagnosis, gratitude for incredible support & making the most of life

National NF2 Meeting

A report from the annual National NF2 meeting, with NTUK in attendance

NF International and National meetings in Manchester

NTUK reports back from the NF Patients Community Day and the 20th European Neurofibromatosis Meeting in Manchester

Mindful Parenting Study

Research study: Mindful Parenting Programme for parents or carers of children aged 4-16 living with a visible difference

Adam Buxton and some colleagues - NTUK Comedy Night

Join us at the Union Chapel, London on Thursday 24th November for the latest comedy night to celebrate 40 years of NTUK

We know 26, 500 people who need your help

To expand our Specialist Neurofibromatosis Network, we need to continue raising awareness of what we do

Face Equality Week 2020

When is Face Equality Week 2020?