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The world is slowly changing. I couldn't believe it when I got the phone call confirming that I would be on season eight ofWhen I was in the villa, it was important for me to tell everyone about my cochlear implant all at once. It was a nice moment for me: everyone was so reassuring and supportive. I wanted to show people watching at home that youopen up and talk to people – even if they're complete strangers – about who you are and what you need.
I want to be real about this: in some of my recent interviews, I've tried to step away from conversations about ableism, but I know I need to be the voice for my community. Some of the ableist responses to my Love Island journey showed me that there's still a long way to go in changing people's perceptions of disability.
The fact that Barbie's releasing this new doll is a positive step, but there's still so much for us to fight for. I want all young kids to know that having a superpower shouldn't stop you from achieving your dreams. If anything, it makes you special and unique. Tasha Ghouri is a model and dancer passionate about raising awareness for the hearing impaired community, sustainability in fashion, and being a positive role model for the younger generation. You can follow her on Instagram at
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