My name is Gemma. I grew up near Cambridge and, after more than ten years moving around the country for education and work, I’m now back there working as a doctor and researcher. Outside of work I love watching series, travelling, music, long talks with friends, and trying to keep my houseplants alive. I’m slightly…
In October 2025, Phil and Nick embarked on their sixth challenge in the ’Seven Challenges in Seven Continents’ series for Caring Matters Now. In a breathtaking display of grit, heart and determination, they have conquered one of North America’s highest and most formidable peaks – Pico de Orizaba.
This inspiring book follows the journey of Didi, a young girl with CMN, as she begins her adventure of starting school – navigating curiosity, stares, and ultimately finding her tribe.
In May 2025, Maja completed the Dale Carnegie course, Level TWO of our Young Ambassador Programme!
The team at the Centre for Appearance Research (CAR) in Bristol have launched a new website which gives easy access to a range of free evidence-based resources to support people with Congenital Melanocytic Naevi or other conditions or injuries that can affect how a person looks.
Hi everyone, my name is Hanna. I am the youngest doctor in my hospital – or at least that’s what my paediatrician and her team say!
My name is Isla and I was born with Congenital Melanocytic Naevi on the 12th December 2016, making me 8 years old at the time of writing this. Today I had my transitioning day at school where I met the teacher who will be teaching me when I go into year 4.
After 12 years of service, Val Unsworth, co-founder of Caring Matters Now, is stepping down from her role as Chair of Trustees. After an impressive tenure, Val will be handing over the reins to Tracy Traverse Burley, who has been appointed by the Board as the new Chair of Trustees.
In a heartfelt celebration of bravery, compassion, and determination, Doug Newman has been named the winner of the prestigious 2024 Jessica Ma Award (JMA).
Ada was born with CMN in 2020, and just a few weeks later I spoke to another parent of a child with CMN and they told me about Caring Matters Now. We have been involved ever since. In 2022 I took on being one of the regional contacts for the charity and I am so proud to help many over the East Anglia region.
