Tulsi was a powerful voice within the visible difference community and an extraordinary advocate for Changing Faces. Through her campaigning, storytelling and unwavering compassion for others, she inspired countless people to embrace themselves with confidence and to speak up for change.
Those who knew Tulsi will remember not only her strength, but also her warmth, kindness and vivacious energy. She had an incredible ability to make people feel seen and valued, and she brought light wherever she went.
Tulsi played an important role in many Changing Faces campaigns over the years, including our “I Am Not Your Villain” campaign, which she described as a dream come true. Her advocacy challenged stereotypes, changed perceptions and helped create greater understanding of visible difference across society.
The tributes shared by fellow ambassadors, campaigners, colleagues and friends reflect the profound impact she had on so many lives.
Tulsi’s legacy will live on through the community she helped build, the conversations she changed, and the many people she empowered through her courage and generosity.
Our thoughts are with Tulsi’s family, friends and everyone who loved her.
Thank you, Tulsi, for everything you gave to our community. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Words from the visible difference community
Ash
Tulsi is an individual of legendary status who has inspired countless individuals, myself included. Her impact has resonated deeply with many, and she will be profoundly missed. However, her enduring light, radiant smile, and unwavering hope will continue to uplift numerous lives. Tulsi, you will forever remain in our memories. Our virtual friendship, our connection always felt deeply personal, and I pledge to seize every opportunity without delay.
Amanda
Tulsi was an incredibly kind, compassionate and beautiful soul who had come through so much with immense grace, dignity and fortitude. It was humbling and I am proud to have known her. Her dedication and support of the Face Equality community was steadfast and passionate and I will be forever inspired by her legacy.
Crystal
So very sad. She was one of the people who encouraged me to embrace my facial difference and become more outspoken for equality and issues. Hearing her story really touched me. The only comfort is at least she is with her family now.
Chuck
Tulsi really was such a shining star and a positive force for good. She particularly loved our Changing Faces I Am Not Your Villain campaign, launched in 2018. She was a huge Audrey Hepburn fan and always said that that campaign was a dream come true for her. She was always a joy to spend time with and her ability to share her story so powerfully and advocate for others was truly inspiring.
Katy
Tulsi was amazing and so kind. An inspiration to so many people including me. She was such an encouraging woman as well. I will miss her DMs where she would send positive and encouraging words that would make me smile. Tulsi, you will be missed.
Joti
I will always remember Tulsi’s strength, and the incredible difference she made to so many people. She was a true inspiration and touched countless lives through her compassion and dedication. Her courage and commitment will never be forgotten, and her legacy will continue to inspire others for years to come. I feel grateful to have known her and to have witnessed the impact she made. She will be deeply missed and always remembered by the visible difference community.
Natalie
Tulsi, you will be deeply missed. Your positive energy, your determination in being a strong voice for those with visible differences, and your incredible story touched so many of us. I’ve loved working with you on some great campaigns and will always remember the joy, warmth, and positivity you brought into every room. Thank you for supporting me and for always cheering on my own journey. Your impact will continue to be felt in all the lives you’ve touched and inspired. Rest in peace x
Laura
Tulsi was an absolute powerhouse. Not only in terms of the impact she had in changing public attitudes towards visible difference, but in the way she made people feel when they were around her. I met Tulsi very early on in my volunteering journey with Changing Faces, I feel so lucky that I had the chance to work with, and learn from, her. She was the person who made me want to become an ambassador. I was always in awe of the way she shared her experiences. She had so much vulnerability, honesty and confidence all wrapped together. One of my favourite memories is spending the morning with Tulsi at the BBC, presenting to a big room of commissioners. We shared the presentation and she made it fun, as she always did. Anyone who met her will know just how special she was. Tulsi is, and always will be, part of the story of Changing Faces. Her face, voice and impact will continue to shape this movement.
Nay
Tulsi became a very good friend of mine after I reached out to her when my daughter was born with microtia. Tulsi and I were from the same community, sharing similar heritage, culture and upbringing. I asked her how to manage negative comments and looks. I asked her how to raise her as confident as she was. And she gave me guidance to always include my daughter in conversations about her ear and not shy away from making it normal. She didn’t know us personally but was kind enough to have a videocall with my husband and I. Since then Tulsi and I became virtual friends. Talking all things about love, grief, visible differences and spirituality. She was such an incredible human. She has been such an amazing influence to me and how I parent. She will be greatly missed.
Ash
Tulsi is an individual of legendary status who has inspired countless individuals, myself included. Her impact has resonated deeply with many, and she will be profoundly missed. However, her enduring light, radiant smile, and unwavering hope will continue to uplift numerous lives. Tulsi, you will forever remain in our memories. Our virtual friendship, our connection always felt deeply personal, and I pledge to seize every opportunity without delay.
John
I campaigned with her on my first changing faces campaign a couple of years ago. She shone light into everyone she walked in to. We were both ambassadors for Changing Faces UK and over time we became good friends. I was always in awe of her passion, determination, and incredible outlook on life. She was a true inspiration to me. She carried light through storms that would have broken many people, and the world feels dimmer without her in it.
Rory
I met Tulsi on a number of occasions through different campaigns and videos that we have been part of with Changing Faces and I also think that she was one of the first campaigners that I met in circa 2017 when I started campaigning with Changing Faces. Tulsi is one of the most kind and genuine people I have had the pleasure of meeting as well as incredibly courageous and inspirational and she will be very sorely missed by all of those who knew her.