Opinion
Tom Bayliss
Mar 20, 2024

The privilege that comes with a traditional English name

We Are Social's Tom Bayliss, who was named Mohammed Khan until he was adopted, reveals the racism he's faced while working in adland but also the opportunities he has realised

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