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

Jane Frances

Here Jane Frances tells us how findings from psychological research can help parents and teachers of children with NF

Sarah’s Story

Sarah has NF1 and works full time for the NHS check out her intriguing story here

Laura’s Story

Read about Laura's experience of undergoing surgery to remove a tumour from her spine here:

Visible Difference Equality Law Research: summary of findings

Find out more about the results here:

The Galloway Family and their “amazing” four year old Ruby

Have a read about the incredibly brave young Ruby Galloway (NF1) and check out their previous and future fundraiers.

“Framing the face: History, Emotion, Transplantation” a blog from James Partridge

Find out more about the blog and what is concerns here:

A Spooktacular Halloween day for NTUK

Find out more about the wonderful fundraising event here:

Nicks Triathlon in Support of his daughter Eilidh

Find out more about Nick's Triathlon and his daughter's experiences with NF1 here:

Tom GK- Hearing Loss: The Musical

Find out more about the musical and how you can secure your ticket here

Face Equality Week 2020

When is Face Equality Week 2020?