Support the Face Equality issue in Hollywood
Join us in calling upon the entertainment industry to include accurate, authentic representation of people with disfigurements and visible differences, to prevent further marginalisation of the community.
Around the world, millions of people have a visible difference, a term which indicates a mark, scar, or other condition that affects bodily or facial appearance. Approximately 10% of the population has a facial disfigurement that often interferes with their ability to lead a life free of prejudice and discrimination.
- We reach out to the medical community to build relationships through medical conferences and workshops.
- We work with the media to increase public awareness and educate about the challenges and competencies of individuals with facial and physical difference to dispel myths associated with those who have physical differences.
- We work to improve availability and affordability of programs and services to those who have or acquire physical and facial differences.
- We advocate for authentic, non-stereotypical media representation and eliminating the stigma associated with facial disfigurement.
Referrals
We offer referrals to organizations that provide assistance for specific conditions.
If you know someone who has a physical or facial difference and would like more information, or are interested in scheduling a seminar or workshop, please contact Facing Forward.
Facing Forward is a (501)(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization.
Facing Forward Inc.
Greensboro, NC 27408
Ph: 704-604-1132
Email:info@facingforwardinc.org