Overview

• Amit Ghose, a motivational speaker with Neurofibromatosis type 1, claims he was refused service at a London café due to his facial disfigurement.
• Ghose described the incident as deeply distressing, stating that customers stared at him and the barista claimed they were no longer serving, though others were being served.
• The café incident has brought attention to ongoing discrimination faced by individuals with visible differences, despite legal protections against disability discrimination in the UK.
• Ghose, who overcame childhood bullying and self-acceptance struggles, now advocates for inclusion through motivational speaking, school visits, and his children's book, 'Born Different.'
• With the support of his wife, he has built a significant social media presence, amassing 300,000 followers as he continues to share his story and promote self-love.