Dr Amit Patel - Seen Exhibition Audio Description
Aug 15, 11:10 AM
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About Dr Amit Patel:
As a best-selling author, broadcaster, award-winning Diversity, Equity and Inclusion consultant and disability rights campaigner, Dr Amit Patel works tirelessly to champion equal opportunities and break down barriers for people with disabilities. Amit lost his sight following a series of failed corneal transplants due to keratoconus, which sparked his passion for fostering a more inclusive society. He supports various charities, using his platform to drive meaningful change and advocate for accessibility. Amit’s expertise and unwavering commitment make him a leading voice in diversity and inclusion, inspiring individuals and organisations to create equitable spaces for all.
Amit’s reflections on Seen
“The portrait was taken at London’s Ham Yard Hotel, but its significance lay not in its location, but in the reason behind my presence. Just moments later, I stood before industry changemakers to deliver a keynote on the power of equity, diversity and inclusion in the screen sector. My message was clear: inclusion must be woven into every aspect of our lives – not just what audiences perceive or hear on screen, but also in the experiences of those working behind the scenes. The setting was incidental; the impact was intentional.
I hope visitors leave with a renewed understanding that blindness is just one chapter of our story. Behind each portrait stands fierce determination, relentless resilience and an unyielding drive to shape our lives on our own terms. I want people to see our strengths, not our limitations, to connect with us as individuals living fully, with purpose and pride.”
For more information about the exhibition and to view more portraits by Joshua Bratt please visit www.rnib.org.uk/seen
Image shows: A portrait of Dr Amit Patel by Joshua Bratt.
As a best-selling author, broadcaster, award-winning Diversity, Equity and Inclusion consultant and disability rights campaigner, Dr Amit Patel works tirelessly to champion equal opportunities and break down barriers for people with disabilities. Amit lost his sight following a series of failed corneal transplants due to keratoconus, which sparked his passion for fostering a more inclusive society. He supports various charities, using his platform to drive meaningful change and advocate for accessibility. Amit’s expertise and unwavering commitment make him a leading voice in diversity and inclusion, inspiring individuals and organisations to create equitable spaces for all.
Amit’s reflections on Seen
“The portrait was taken at London’s Ham Yard Hotel, but its significance lay not in its location, but in the reason behind my presence. Just moments later, I stood before industry changemakers to deliver a keynote on the power of equity, diversity and inclusion in the screen sector. My message was clear: inclusion must be woven into every aspect of our lives – not just what audiences perceive or hear on screen, but also in the experiences of those working behind the scenes. The setting was incidental; the impact was intentional.
I hope visitors leave with a renewed understanding that blindness is just one chapter of our story. Behind each portrait stands fierce determination, relentless resilience and an unyielding drive to shape our lives on our own terms. I want people to see our strengths, not our limitations, to connect with us as individuals living fully, with purpose and pride.”
For more information about the exhibition and to view more portraits by Joshua Bratt please visit www.rnib.org.uk/seen
Image shows: A portrait of Dr Amit Patel by Joshua Bratt.