Video uploaded two days ago showing a group of Sudanese and Somali students getting rejected from entering an Apple Store in Melbourne has gone viral.
So these men who work @ the Apple Store, refused to let in Somali/Sudanese students in. Racially discriminating them
In the 20-second clip, three boys are confronted by security guards and a store employee. "Do you know what's happening right now?" he says. "These guys are just worried about your presence in our store."
The confrontation is met with confusion by the boys, who ask what the issue is.
"They're worried you might steal something," says the man.
"Why would we steal something?" asks one of the boys.
"Guys, guys, end of discussion. I need to ask you to leave the store."
It's believed the Apple Store in the video is in Highpoint Mall, Melbourne.
The video was shared rapidly on Twitter, with many shocked at the footage.
when ppl try to act like Australia is some multicultural paradise 😊😊😊😊😊 https://t.co/aOesIO4Wcx
Im so disgusted rn, he even had the audacity to say 'mm its okay' when they asked why they'd even steal. Wow https://t.co/yBtREcI42z
So 3 Somali & Sudanese boys were refused to enter a store because the man said "we're afraid your gonna steal something" ew I'm so disgusted
Being a black African in Australia is a very overlooked and unique experience.
Apple looked into the situation and apologize to the customers involved, a spokesperson said in a statement.
"Inclusion and diversity are among Apple's core values," the statement reads. "We believe in equality for everyone, regardless of race, age, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation. That applies throughout our company, around the world with no exceptions."