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Katie Piper: My Beautiful Face - Review
“Acid…WHAT?” is the most common reaction when I try to explain to friends, family and acquaintances what my work at the Acid Survivors Trust International (ASTI) is about. This is then usually followed by my trying to get ideas of recreational drug use and problems of acid reflux out of people’s heads and telling them about what acid in fact represents to many thousands of people: a weapon used to destroy their lives…
Thanks to Katie and her bravery to speak about this horrific crime, “acid attacks” and “acid violence” will now hopefully be terms that the millions of viewers who, just like me sat in front of their TVs tonight following Katie’s incredible story, will associate with what is a daily reality for not only Katie but also the many survivors at ASTI’s partner organisations around the world.
These Acid Survivors Foundations (ASFs) face the daily challenge of trying to provide a service to survivors of acid attacks that – as we saw in tonight’s documentary – requires highly skilled professionals including first aid staff, plastic surgeons, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nutritionists, psychologists… and the list goes on.
I would like to thank Katie for her incredible strength and openness and hope that sharing her story will be the start of a public awareness that will help eliminate this form of violence not only in the UK but around the world.
Posted on October 29th 2009 by JulikaNiehaus, ASTI in Blog
Comments (12 so far)
I watched Katie Piper: My Beautiful Face and I want her to know that she is still beautiful. As a mother myself, I really felt for her and her family, and I have nothing but admiration for them. Their dignity and love for their precious daughter was very moving. The people responsible for Katie’s injuries will never have peace in their lives, whereas she will will always command love and respect wherever she goes. I wish her justice, love and happiness for the rest of her life.
She was an inspiration to me, her spirit has not been broken and that is what makes her so special. I send all my love to her.
Amba Waters
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Added by Amba Waters on 30th October at 3:14 AM
God bless you Katie. “You take my breath away!”...I’m kinda lost for words, but i really wanna say something…I have so much respect for you, i think you’re an amazing person, so beautiful and sweet. I just watched a little video of you on Sky News…after about minute gone, you smile :D I rewound ...it back like 3 times, kinda made me happy and i smiled with you. Keep your chin up and pleeeeease, no matter what, keep smiling! You’re gorgeous. Best wishes. Ashley x
Added by Ashley Swarbrick on 30th October at 5:52 AM
Dear Katie (My Beautiful Face Channel 4) I am dad of two daughters nearly your age both of them are dating and I do worry about them. Watching you last night made me cry so much you will have a wonderful life because of your beauty inside and out. The bit in the programme that got me in the heart, your mum was setting on your hospital bed and you were talking to your mum how my youngest talks to my wife. Your mum moved closer to you and cuddled you what a moment what love xx
Added by Paul Smith on 30th October at 12:14 PM
Dear Katie. I was moved so much by your documentory, i havn’t been able to stop thinking about it since last night. Brave is not a good enough word to describe what you are and how you have coped with such a terrible crime. You still look beautiful, I hope you see that - with your smile, your amazing hair and figure, you still look like the ‘old’ you; I’m not trying to be glib, but you’re still beautiful Katie. I hope you continue with the inspiring work you are doing as you are doing a lot of good, and I just wanted you to know that the man you marry in the future (as you mused about last night) will be one very lucky man so don’t ever forget that. You are amazing Katie Piper.
Added by Shirley-Ann on 30th October at 7:48 PM
Katie,
You are amazing.
You have come so far and shown a level of determination that is truly inspirational.
You’re beautiful in every sense of the word.
Matt x
Added by Matt on 31st October at 1:27 PM
just a few thoughts…she was lucky to have access to all surgeries that many victims in Pakistan, India etc. won’t ever get access to. On the other hand, she is practically on her own in the UK and can’s really share her emotions with other victims who would understand 100% ...very impressed with what a fighter she is
Added by Erikah on 1st November at 7:24 AM
what really struck me while watching the film on Channel 4 was how incredibly important the support of Katie’s family was to her survival. From the initial ‘kill me’ to the postive, even joyous ‘not a freak not an outcaste’ Katie’s courage and determination was built on the loving care of a mother, who gave up her job - ‘Katie is more important’ - and constant support of sister and father. This brought home with great poignancy the very different fate of acid surviving girls in Asia who are all too often repudiated by family and society. Of course Katie was fortunate to have a highly skilled plastic surgeon - also too often missing in developing countries - and to be able to travel to France for specialist care apparently unavailable in Britain. Nonetheless it was the loving and careful support from her family that helped her overcome the fear of the doorbell, going outside the house alone, and finally accepting herself as a positive attractive young woman ready to face the world and live up to her dream of marriage and a family of her own.
Memorable people all.
Added by kate young on 2nd November at 12:30 PM
I watched Katie’s documentary. I think she is a very brave young person. I am around teh same age as her, and I understand how people often look at teh exterior beauty rather than the interior. She is still beautiful, and she has an amazing family. God bless
Added by Anitha on 8th November at 2:49 AM
Dear Katie,
Thank you for sharing your story with so many people, what an amazingly brave thing to do after all you have been through. I laughed and cried with you during your documentary. I’m a similar age to you and cant even begin to understand how empty you must feel / have felt on some days just focusing on recovery. What a positive spin that you’re now focusing on raising awareness. I hope you see how beautiful you really are when you look in the mirror, your sweet character shines through with every beautiful smile. I hope you continue to go from strength to strength.
Best wishes,
Fiona
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Thank you for sharing your story with so many people, what an amazingly brave thing to do after all you have been through. I laughed and cried with you during your documentary.
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