Farouk James, an 8-year-old boy from London, has stunning hair that’s caught the attention of model scouts and landed him shoots in New York and Italy.
But his luscious locks have also led to rejection from multiple schools due to their length.
Farouk’s parents, Bonnie Miller and his father, who is from Ghana, chose not to cut his hair until he was three years old for cultural reasons.
Now, Bonnie is fighting against school rules that she believes are outdated, punishing, and discriminatory.
In the UK, most schools have policies that allow girls to have long hair but not boys. Bonnie argues that this is a violation of human rights and has started a (link unavailable) petition to ban hair discrimination in the UK.
Despite the support Farouk receives online, they face negative comments, even after appearing on a popular TV show to discuss their struggle.
Bonnie refuses to back down, arguing that the appearance rules for girls and boys are archaic and racist, targeting certain hairstyles like dreadlocks and braids.
Farouk’s hair is a part of who he is, and Bonnie believes that rejecting a child based on their hair is unacceptable.
She’s determined to fight for acceptance and change, not just for Farouk but for all children who face discrimination for expressing their cultural heritage and individuality.
Join the Mane Generation, a movement that’s calling for an end to hair discrimination and outdated school rules. Let’s celebrate our unique qualities and promote acceptance and inclusivity for all.
