Visibly Invisible

Documenting how facial recognition technology impacts people with facial differences

Your experiences matter. Your voice creates change.

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Why This Research Matters

Facial recognition technology is everywhere—unlocking phones, verifying identity for banking, passing through airport e-gates. But for millions of people with facial differences, these technologies often fail to work as intended. This research by Face Equality International and Northumbria University aims to document these everyday experiences and build evidence for more inclusive technology design.

How It Works

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Record Your Experience

When facial recognition technology doesn't work for you, or causes difficulty, capture the moment in your diary.

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Reflect in Your Own Time

Write about your experiences whenever suits you—there's no rigid schedule.

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Share When Ready

Choose which entries to share with our research team to help build evidence for change.