Cameron is 5 years old. He was born with the genetic disorder Norrie Disease. This means he is blind. He is also deaf in his right ear and may lose his hearing completely as he grows older. He has autism, learning difficulties and hasn’t learned to speak yet.

Freddie is 15 months old and has an extremely rare genetic disorder called Trichothiodystrophy (TTD) which affects one child in a million. He was born very prematurely at 28 weeks, weighing just 2lb 5oz. He has many complex health problems.

Faith, 11, has Kleefstra syndrome, a rare genetic disorder which means she has epilepsy, delayed physical and intellectual development. She will need lifelong support.

Ashley has Treacher Collins syndrome meaning he was born without a jaw, cheekbones and ears.

Tamilore has sickle cell anaemia and often experiences debilitating pain. His limited physical health has a knock on effect on his education, hobbies and acceptance by others.

Luke’s mum has Huntington’s disease and he has a 50% chance of inheriting it from her. Will he take the test when he reaches 18 to find out if he has the faulty gene?

Monies raised on Jeans for Genes Day funded Oily Cart, a theatre company, to visit special schools with a production that involved tactile and multi-sensory activities.

Helen is the Clinical Nurse Specialist for chronic granulomatous disorder at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Her role is funded through monies raised on Jeans for Genes Day.

Jeans for Genes Day funded a summer camp for the Scottish Huntington's Association for young people affected by Huntington's disease.