Changing Faces has launched a major research project ahead of its 25th anniversary
A charity is seeking views of people living with a disfigurement as part of a major research project.
Changing Faces has launched the project in a bid to paint a UK-wide picture of how people with a disfigurement live their lives, their experiences of education, the workplace, public transport and personal relationships.
The survey has been launched as the charity approaches its 25th anniversary and results will be published around Face Equality Day, which is expected to launch in May 2017.
Changing Faces Scotland manager Rob Murray said: “This is a massive piece of work being conducted in advance of our 25th birthday. I am really keen that we have a large response from people in Scotland so we can ensure our voice and experiences is heard loud and clear.
“We need at least a thousand people to complete the survey in order to ensure we have a big enough evidence base.
“Every person’s contribution is valuable to us, and helps us build a picture of life in all parts of the UK for people who have a condition, mark or scar that affects the appearance of their face, hands or body. By taking part, you will be helping us to create an enlightened society that fully accepts and values people who have a disfigurement.”
The online survey is live until 28 February and can be found on the Changing Faces website.
