2024 Shortlisted Nominee
Positive Role Model Award: Age
Rossi, a 22-year-old with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), is dedicated to helping others and promoting inclusivity. He co-runs Road2FASD CIC, serves on the Young Adult Advisory Panel for National FASD, and contributed to the FASD.me site. Known for his empathy and ability to inspire, Rossi strives to show that "FASD should not define us." He sang at Wembley with Voice in a Million to raise funds for Adoption UK and is a qualified makeup artist, featured on BBC3's Glow Up. Rossi uses his platform to advocate for hidden disabilities and inspire others to see their potential. Despite the challenges of FASD and chronic fatigue, he dreams of teaching others with disabilities to become makeup artists, emphasizing "ABILITY in disAbility." His resilience and advocacy work inspire many to overcome their challenges.