The Nipple Innovation Project
The UK’s First Mastectomy Tattoo Charity
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Trusted Artists
NiP believes survivors deserve access to the highest quality care. That's why they're committed to providing a network of skilled and compassionate artists specialising in 3D nipple tattoos. By partnering with trusted artists, NiP ensures survivors receive the best possible care and experience a positive and empowering journey towards healing.
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Access For All
Financial limitations shouldn't stand in the way of healing. NiP strives to make 3D nipple tattoos accessible to all survivors, regardless of their financial background. Through fundraising initiatives and partnerships NiP aims to bridge the financial gap and empower everyone to access this transformative service. Witnessing the positive impact on a survivor's life is the greatest reward, and ensuring inclusivity remains a core principle of NIP.
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Supporting Our NHS
The NHS plays a critical role in breast cancer care, and NiP believes in working collaboratively to enhance the services they provide. I offer training opportunities for NHS healthcare professionals, raising awareness about 3D nipple tattoos and their potential benefits for survivors.
We are proudly the first charity of its kind to establish a partnership with the NHS where they contacted us to ask us to offer our service to their patients.
Why I Created NiP
In 2016 I was asked to do a nipple tattoo, I didn’t know this was a thing at the time so I spoke to my auntie about it as she had had a mastectomy due to breast cancer. She told me a devastating story of her experience of having a poorly done hospital nipple tattoo after breast cancer mastectomy surgery that bled heavily, scabbed up and fell away and left her unable to look at her reconstructed breast for ten years!
After training in the US and becoming the first in the UK to provide a 3D, realistic and permanent option, I wanted to create a central pot of money so that artists can be paid for this work, and people who need the service can access it for free.
So in 2018, The Nipple Innovation Project was created!
Why Be A Part Of It?
At The Nipple Innovation Project, we believe in the power of collaboration. We see a future where skilled artists across the UK work together to ensure every person who desires an areola tattoo has access to this life-changing service. By joining our training program, you're not just acquiring a valuable skill; you're becoming part of a supportive community dedicated to empowering breast cancer survivors.
Forget competition – together, we can be a stronger, louder voice advocating for the importance of Areola Tattooing. This translates into tangible benefits for you and the women we serve. Our network provides access to regular funding opportunities, ongoing support from a network of experienced professionals, and continued professional development resources. It's a chance to grow your practice while making a real difference in the lives of others. Join us and be part of a movement that prioritises community over competition, ensuring quality care for all.