The Faces behind the #FacesofDyslexia2021 Meet the dyslexia faces who have supported the launch of the #FacesofDyslexia2021 National Campaign. Here is what some of them have had to say about the importance of this campaign. SHAE WISSELL CEO AND FOUNDER DEAR DYSLEXIC FOUNDATION AND DOCTORAL CANDIDATE "It takes courage to be your authentic self and coming out and telling the world I was dyslexic was hard and scary but I've never looked back or regretted it." Find out more about Shae and her story Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... CHRISTINE MACJOUVELET CHAIR DEARDYSLEXIC FOUNDATION 'It's so important to put my face to this campaign. This campaign will help people to believe in themselves. You cant tell by looking at a person whether they have dyslexia or not. We come in all different shapes, sizes, races, religions, ethnicities and colours.' Find out more about Chrissy and her story - Episode 25 Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... MEMBER OF QUEENSLAND PARLIAMENT “Dyslexia isn’t a problem; it’s an opportunity to unlock a person’s unique potential to learn and think about the world differently.” Find out more about Trevor and his story at Trevor's story - Episode 30 of the Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... JACKIE FRENCH INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED AUTHOR AND OA 'Kids stare in shock when I say I'm dyslexic too, and that these days it's a bit of a hassle, not a problem, though it felt life tragedy at times when I was younger. On the other hand, every day I bless my laptop, spell checker - and the magnificent teachers who worked so hard to give me confidence in my writing.' Find out more about Jackie and her story - Episode 5 Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... HUGO RICHARDS CEO AND CO-FOUNDER OF DYSTECH "Dyslexia is both a gift and a challenge, not much different from life in general, what we really need, is focusing on the gift side." Find out more about Hugo's and his story - Episode 22 Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... ROMINA CARUSO SMALL BUSINESS OWNER BEAUTY INDUSTRY "It is important for me to show my face through this campaign because I'm not ashamed to be dyslexic nor should anyone be. I am 25 years old and run a successful business. Being dyslexic would never have stopped me and no one should allow it to hold them back from achieving their success!" Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... PAUL RUSSELL CHILDREN'S AUTHOR AND PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER “Dyslexia is my gift. It allows me to look at the world entirely differently from so many people around me.” Find out more about Paul and his story - Episode 24 of the Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series. Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... TORI WISSELL SMALL BUSINESS OWNER CONSTRUCTION "There is no shame in expressing who you are. Dyslexia doesn’t stop you from succeeding." Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... LJ KIDD CHILDRENS AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR "My dyslexia impacts me so much I struggle to read a menu at a restaurant yet I have still managed to become a successful author, illustrator and have lived and travelled overseas. Dyslexia won't stop me from dreaming big and reaching for the start. That's why it's so important that I show my face during this campaign." Find out more about LJ Kidd and her story - Episode 12 of the Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series. Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... ELIZABETH TAKI FOUNDER OF ASPIRE2INSPIRE DYSLEXIA (U.K) (A2i DYSLEXIA) "I wear the dyslexia label with pride. The reason I wear it with pride is because I realised dyslexia gave me hidden talents. That is why its important I do the work I do to inspire other dyslexic to reach their full potential. For me, my problem-solving skills and lateral thinking has made me become who I am today, which is why I'm happy to put my face to this campaign." Find out more about Elizabeth and her story- Episode 31 Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... ASHTON BISHOP CEO OF STEP CHANGE 'You can't manage a secret' Allan Mulally Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... ZIVIT INBAR FOUNDER AND CEO OF DIFFERENT THINKING "In the past, during the recruitment process, I was concerned that people would judge me if they knew that I have dyslexia. I have hidden my dyslexia from my colleagues on the executive team as well. When I realized that my strengths and success are due to my dyslexic advantages, I decided to start speaking about it publically, to ensure everyone understands what dyslexia is and isn't." Find out more about Zivit and her story Episode 25 Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... GILI INBAR COMMERCE AND LAW STUDENT MAJORING IN FINANCE " It is important to put my face on this campaign to promote the de-stigmatisation of Dyslexia, particularly within younger people. Dyslexia is seen as a burden on young people through more difficult schooling, university studies and in the graduate job hunt. However, it should be seen as an unfair advantage that we have over others. Not many people get the privilege of categorizing themselves in the same group as Sir Richard Branson, Tommy Hilfiger or Albert Einstein." Find out more about Gili and his story - Episode 25 Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... SANDRA HARGREAVES DYSLEXIA CONSULTANT AND AUTHOR "It was such a revelation to find out I was dyslexic and to understand the problems I experienced. I had to wait until I was in my fifties and went to live in the UK to find out. I am working towards more understanding and acceptance of dyslexia in Australia." Find out more about Sandra and her story - Episode 7 Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... JUNEED ALI DIRECTOR OF IDENTITY MANAGEMENT CLOUD AND CORPORATE OPERATIONS AT ORACLE "Being a person of colour is difficult enough, being a person with dyslexia is isolating. Being both is like being in darkness with no way out. Helping someone to overcome their dyslexia, helps me to find the light.” Faces of Dyslexia, dys is me.... Find out more and enter today