A Dubai nightclub has issued an apology to a man after staff asked him to leave because of his disability.
Staff at Cavalli Club told 22-year-old Henrik Steyn, who was born with cerebral palsy, to leave the venue, claiming that his disability made it unsafe for him be in the nightclub.
The South African IT technician had paid AED300 ($81) to watch his favourite DJs, Markus Schulz and Ferry Corsten, perform at the famous nightclub on the Sheikh Zayed Road, but said he was left humiliated after staff at the venue approached him and told him that it wasn’t safe for him because of his disability.
“While minding my own business and enjoying the music, one of the employees approached me and requested I follow him downstairs,” he told 7Days newspaper.
“I asked the guy what the problem was and he told me that I am not allowed in the club. I asked why and he said that I wasn’t safe in there.
“I told him that I can take care of myself but he spoke to his manager who confirmed that they didn’t allow me in because of my disability.”
Cavilli Club has since issued an apology to Steyn and said they would like to meet with him in person “to rectify this situation”.
“Cavalli Club is a responsible organisation that welcomes guests adhering to the door policy without any discrimination. Our staff and personnel at the door are trained to ensure the safety and security of all guests to provide an enjoyable experience,” it said in a statement issued to 7Days.
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