People with albinism, in addition to facing health problems associated with their genetic condition, are still victims of discrimination around the world and of superstitions that put a price on their lives in some countries. Today, on International Albinism Awareness Day, let's fight misinformation on this issue to remove the stigma from albinism and celebrate the diversity of our world | Freeda En
2:58
People with albinism, in addition to facing health problems associate…
68.8K viewsJun 13, 2021
FacebookFreeda En
When Ogik Peter was born with albinism in a small village in Uganda, local people told his parents that their baby was a “curse.” Out of fear and ignorance, the community turned away from the family and even urged Peter’s father to send away both his wife and newborn son.💔 Peter’s parents, however, refused to surrender to cruel superstitions.🫂They stood by their child, protected him, and gave him love despite the harsh judgment of those around them.💙 After a childhood marked by obstacles and
0:56
When Ogik Peter was born with albinism in a small village in Ugan…
1.1K views5 months ago
FacebookGlobal Albinism Alliance
Fighting for the Human Rights of People with Albinism in Africa
Fighting for the Human Rights of People with Albinism in Africa
May 26, 2017
opensocietyfoundations.org
In Malawi, people with albinism continue to live in fear of being killed or abducted for their body parts. | Al Jazeera English
2:00
In Malawi, people with albinism continue to live in fear of being kill…
166.2K viewsMar 4, 2020
FacebookAl Jazeera English
"I got scared. How would I explain my fair-skinned child?" Taiwo grew up with albinism, while his twin brother Kehinde did not have the same condition. The twins and their mother told BBC News Yoruba how they coped with the challenges - and how they're determined to break the negative superstitious beliefs around albinism. | BBC News Africa
3:04
"I got scared. How would I explain my fair-skinned child?" Taiwo gre…
543.8K viewsJul 6, 2019
FacebookBBC News Africa
Breaking barriers, a model with albinism shares her story
1:58
Breaking barriers, a model with albinism shares her story
Jan 17, 2025
MSNGreat Big Story
Inclusion is strength! Africans with albinism are fighting for their rights against stigma, dehumanization, and even violence. Albinism is a genetically inherited condition that results in the insufficient production of melanin. Partial or full absence of pigment in the skin, eyes, and hair can result. For people with albinism, superstitions and lack of awareness can contribute to fewer educational and employment opportunities, poor access to health and preventative care, and—in the worst cases—
0:57
Inclusion is strength! Africans with albinism are fighting for their right…
620 viewsJun 13, 2023
FacebookOpen Society Foundations
What causes a person to be albino, how common is albinism and ho…
Oct 23, 2018
thesun.ie
Global Albinism Alliance on Instagram: "💔 Attacks against pers…
16.3K views3 months ago
Instagramglobalalbinismalliance
0:05
true story's uncovered | "We are not animals to be hunted or sold."⁠⁠In m…
785 views3 months ago
Instagramtruestoryuncovered
1:20
Understanding Albinism and Its Awareness
58.8K views3 months ago
TikTokalbinowithaspark
6:06
Understanding Albinism: My Journey and Advocacy
3.4K views3 months ago
TikTokdoreenchishimba
1:22
Understanding Albinism: Insights and Awareness
7.7K views4 months ago
TikTokwww.tiktok.comalbi7
0:14
Understanding Albinism: Insights and Awareness
4.4K views7 months ago
TikToklainatopia
‘Much more’ can be done to raise awareness about the plight of per…
Jun 13, 2018
un.org
Understanding Racism and Albinism: A Personal Reflection
42.6K viewsJun 3, 2023
TikToknathanhurdcomedy
Mio on Instagram: "What are other myths abt albinism you’ve heard? …
7.5M views9 months ago
Instagrammiomentum
3:52
African Albinos
15.2K viewsDec 3, 2010
YouTubeVOA Africa
6:11
The Truth About Albinism
3.1K viewsOct 27, 2019
YouTubeAnika Tullos
6:54
What Can I See
113.1K viewsOct 28, 2011
YouTubeSnowysnowflake21
1:35
Albinism - Shattering The Myths
3.5K viewsFeb 18, 2019
YouTubeBBC The Social
5:31
The Besties With Albinism | BORN DIFFERENT
3.8M viewsAug 28, 2018
YouTubetruly
7:34
Deadly Hunt: Albinos in Tanzania
1.5M viewsOct 19, 2009
YouTubeUnited Nations
3:25
Why Are Some People Albino?
1.3M viewsJul 25, 2015
YouTubeSeeker
6:45
My Twin Sister Has Albinism | BORN DIFFERENT
5.7M viewsDec 3, 2019
YouTubetruly
4:19
Albinism Awareness around the World
2.3K viewsOct 12, 2019
YouTubeUnited Nations
2:33
Palmer family raises awareness about albinism
4.4K viewsJun 25, 2019
YouTubeKTVA News
5:01
I’m Black, Even With Albinism | BORN DIFFERENT
3.7M viewsOct 29, 2019
YouTubetruly
58:57
Born Too White - Being Albino in East Africa | Medical Documentar…
16.3K viewsJul 8, 2018
YouTubeBanijay Science
2:49
Albinos in Tanzania: 'killed like animals'
168.8K viewsJan 3, 2015
YouTubeBBC News
See more videos
Static thumbnail place holder