Bonnie Miller is fighting against school rules that discriminate against her 8-year-old son, Farouk James, for his long hair. Despite Farouk’s successful career as a child model, schools in London have rejected him due to their policies against boys having long hair. Bonnie, whose husband is Ghanaian, explains they didn’t cut Farouk’s hair until he was 3, respecting their cultural beliefs. She argues that forcing children to conform to outdated appearance standards violates their rights.

Bonnie launched a Change.org petition, rallying support to end hair discrimination in U.K. schools. She calls her movement the “Mane Generation,” aiming for global change. Farouk, who has a strong online following, faces criticism despite his positive reception on social media. Bonnie remains steadfast, condemning rules that she believes are not only archaic but also potentially racist, targeting hairstyles like dreadlocks and braids.

She asserts that rejecting a child because of their appearance is unjust in today’s world and vows to continue advocating for acceptance and cultural expression among children facing similar discrimination.