<text>  She was a young woman who had her dreams of being a model ruined when she became the victim of an acid attack instigated by her ex-boyfriend in 2008. But fast-forward seven years and Katie Piper has achieved her wildest dreams - and more. Shes penned an autobiography, presents the successful Channel 4 show, Bodyshockers, launched an inspirational charitable organisation and took to the runway in Naomi Campbells recent fashion week show. And now, Katie, 31, is using her success story to help others by creating the first UK fashion catwalk that will include models with visible differences. Scroll down for video . Katie Piper is launching the UKs first catwalk featuring models with visible differences. The event, taking place at The Ideal Home Show, will call on people from her charity foundation as well as members of the public . Launching at the Ideal Home Show this month, Katie is challenging the conventional catwalk with the launch of Confidence - The Secret. Speaking to FEMAIL about the initiative, she said: I am working with The Ideal Home Show as a fashion and beauty ambassador to launch a bespoke show with alternative catwalk models chosen from my foundation, the Katie Piper Foundation, and Models of Diversity. Its all incredibly exciting. The shows, which take place on March 20, 21 and April 3, have a twist. Those appearing on the catwalk will be bravely admitting what their true insecurities are, which arent always the obvious anxiety that people assume. Whether it be their height, their weight or colour of their hair, the representatives will be emphasising that what others assume to be their insecurity isnt always the case. In her role as a fashion and beauty ambassador, Katie pictured at one of her charity events will launch a bespoke show with alternative catwalk models chosen from her foundation, the Katie Piper Foundation, and Models of Diversity . Katie, who was left with severe scarring after being attacked in 2008 when her ex-boyfriend employed an accomplice to throw a cup of industrial-strength sulphuric acid in her face, is keen to reveal hers. You might look at me and think thats what I would be insecure about it, but it isnt, she revealed. In fact, its my height; I would love to be a bit taller. In another UK first, Katie is also offering two people with visible differences the chance to join her catwalk. Anyone who would like to grace the catwalk and reveal their true insecurities simply needs to tweet a picture of their insecurity to me with the hashtag KatiesSecret, she said. Last month, Katie rocked the runway for Naomi Campbells Fashion For Relief catwalk show, which she describes as a once in a lifetime opportunity Explaining the inspiration behind the shows name, Katie said: Its called Confidence - The Secret because confidence is something you can use to express yourself and convey yourself and its something Ive used through several periods of my life. Its not about trying to look and be perfect, its about a positive mindset and being the best version of yourself that you can possibly be. Katie, who penned several positive affirmation books during her recovery, says an optimistic outlook is one of her secrets to success. I cant express how important positive thinking is, she said. When I was recovering from my attack, I would write lots of little powerful notes and stick them around the room. Before I walk onto the red carpet, I have a mantra and always repeat to myself inhale confidence, exhale doubt; it really is so powerful. Its all about looking at what you do have and not what you dont. Katie, who was left with severe scarring after being attacked in 2008, says that despite what people may think, her height is her insecurity and she would love to be a little taller . Katie heeded her own advice recently when she took to the runway for Naomi Campbells Fashion For Relief catwalk show, which she describes as a once in a lifetime opportunity. Her catwalk coup kicked off what looks set to be a successful year for Katie. Shes penning a new book, due out later this month, is working on a third series of Bodyshockers and has been busy growing her charity. If that wasnt enough, Katie is planning her wedding, mothering her one-year-old daughter and training for a triathlon, too. She added: No matter what you look like, you can live a full life and thats what I want to show with Confidence - The Secret. Katie, far right, starred as one of Marks Spencers leading ladies in 2013 alongside L-R Save the Children chief executive Jasmine Whitbread, actress Dame Helen Mirren, Darcy Bussell, Helen Allen, Karen Elson, Tracey Emin and Monica Ali . Want to join Katie on the catwalk? Enter here: . 