Hi- my name is Kirsty Sawyer and I have always gotten involved in charity events where I can, and think it's about time I do something again. 

Alopecia UK are doing wonderful work with people that have lost their hair. I have a very close friend that suffers from Trichotillomania, and she knows how anxious and self conscious losing hair can make you feel. As a sufferer of Alopecia in the past, I understand how it can make people think less of themselves and I want to be an inspiration and support others. Personally, I lost my eyebrows, eyelashes and some clumps of my hair, I wasn't bald, but some people do get cases that are that extreme. 

I will be posting a video of my hair being shaved :) 

 

To find out more about the charity I am fundraising for, visit 

http://www.alopeciaonline.org.uk/index.asp

They are a volunteer run charity, and it would mean a lot to make a contribution.

 

To find out more about Trichotillomania visit

http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/mental_health/trichotillomania.html

 

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe. They never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.

Any amount will be a massive step and will be greatly appreciated. Even if you cannot donate, don't hesitate, please share :) 

Thank you for your support. 

Kirsty