Stories of Resilience

  • Vitiligo in Brazil

    Vitiligo in Brazil

    A couple of weeks back, I had the privilege to interview Maika Celi the founder of the popular Brazilian vitiligo support group, Meu Lugar Ao Sol. This interview was translated from Portuguese, you can find the original version below. Describe what Meu Lugar Ao Sol is. Meu Lugar ao Sol, or My pla... View Post
  • No Excuses

    No Excuses

    By: Valarie Robbins Mother, grandmother, Catholic, counselor, and avid reader. These are just a few words to describe me. Oh yes, and a person with a disability. Some might say I buried the lead. I say I led with what is most important. I thought everyone did, until a couple of years back. When I... View Post
  • Nathalia Freitas

    What happened to my face?

    By: Nathalia Freitas Before I introduce myself, let me answer the question above: What happened to my face? Well, I have Nevus. You might think who would start a conversation like that?, but trust me, my entire life that has been the first thing people ask me— even before asking my name. My name ... View Post