Alopecia can feel isolating, but you are not alone. Our team is here to support you.
AAAF Support Ambassadors are carefully selected from a cross section of the community (business, sport, politics, health, media) representing various age groups and states around Australia and all have lived with Alopecia Areata.
The Ambassadors assist the Foundation by actively promoting and creating awareness about the condition. They can be contacted directly for one-on-one support, and, wherever possible, can assist with hosting information sessions about Alopecia at schools, clubs and youth groups. However, please be aware that all our Ambassadors are volunteers and attending events is subject to their availability, and the date and location of the events.
| Carlo – reach me at carlo@aaaf.org.au
Carlo joined the AAAF as a committee member in June 2017. Carlo is originally from Salford, UK and has been living in Australia since 2004. Carlo has had Alopecia Universalis since the age of 5. This has not stopped him in anyway, being a professional rugby league player in the UK Super League and coaching the Italian Rugby League in the World Cup in 2013. Following on from his high performance life as a player and a coach Carlo has been employed in numerous executive positions using his expertise in high performance to assist with the growth of business’s in different sectors. Carlo has also been an ambassador for children’s charities and was a trustee of Alopecia UK when he undertook a year contract helping a family business in the UK. Carlo is focused on the awareness of alopecia in the general public and providing support to the alopecia community especially children. |
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 Nadine developed alopecia at the age of 8 in 2003 and joined AAAF this year (2019). Nadine is a teacher, she loves being active and experiencing different cultures while travelling the world. Nadine hid her alopecia with wigs, hair extensions and makeup from everyone except her immediate family for 11 years. Now, Nadine is an open book and is happy to answer absolutely any questions or concerns you may have. She also understands the physical and emotional struggles that may come with alopecia. If she could give you one bit of advice it is “Be out of this world. Be you. Do you”. |
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 Clara is an energetic, art doing, animal loving, chance taking lover of life. She was diagnosed with Alopecia at age 15, and strongly believes that a full head of hair isn’t necessary to be a strong, beautiful, whole human being. Clara is very passionate about helping people and spreading awareness about Alopecia and the AAAF, and is always happy to have a chat if needed! |
Maddi – Support Ambassador
Maddi was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata at the age of 13. Now at age 29, Maddi has accepted her condition and is passionate about raising awareness and connecting with others from the alopecia community. Maddi works full time as a Marketing Coordinator and in her spare time enjoys live music, travelling and eating all the delicious food Melbourne has to offer.
If you’d like to connect or have a story you would like to share with the community, you can contact Maddi at maddi@aaaf.org.au |
Jess – Support Ambassador 
Jess has been involved with the AAAF as Branch Manager from 2018-2023, and transitioning to Support Ambassador in 2024. Jessica is enthusiastic about creating a more extensive support network within Tasmania. Jess is passionate about building supportive relationships, creating understanding and awareness as she understands the need for support and assistance locally. Jess’s favourite place is the beach. You can contact Jess at jess@aaaf.org.au |
Yasmin – Support Ambassador
Yasmin is a vibrant 23-year old from Brazil who has turned her lifelong experience with alopecia into a powerful platform for change. Born without hair, Yasmin spent years believing that her identity was tied to her hair, However, she soon realised that hair doesn’t define her, leading to a profound transformation in her life. Her journey as a model and influencer is marked by her unwavering commitment to helping others live confidently with alopecia. You can contact Yasmin at Yasmin@aaaf.org.au |
Nadine developed alopecia at the age of 8 in 2003 and joined AAAF this year (2019). Nadine is a teacher, she loves being active and experiencing different cultures while travelling the world. Nadine hid her alopecia with wigs, hair extensions and makeup from everyone except her immediate family for 11 years. Now, Nadine is an open book and is happy to answer absolutely any questions or concerns you may have. She also understands the physical and emotional struggles that may come with alopecia. If she could give you one bit of advice it is “Be out of this world. Be you. Do you”.