July 8, 2024
A Tribute to Human Rights Defenders: Mama Nomasonto Grace Mazibuko and Lefhoko Kesamang
The Africa Albinism Network at its Women’s Learning Forum, held from May 28th to 30th,...
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August 5, 2024
Celebrating 10 Years of Albinism Days!
A Message from our Executive Director In 2014, the United Nations declared June 13 International...
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May 13, 2024
Protected: AAN Women’s Learning Forum 2024
The AAN Women’s Learning Forum 2024 is a unique opportunity for African albinism groups to...
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June 26, 2024
Breaking New Ground: Leadership Development for Women with Albinism in Africa
From May 28th to 30th, 2024, 28 women impacted by albinism from 17 African countries...
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May 10, 2024
Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Highlights from the 43rd ACERWC Ordinary Session
In April, the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child...
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March 13, 2024
UN Advocacy: AAN Advocates for the Rights to Education of Persons with Albinism in Africa at the 55th Regular Session of the Human Rights Council
Imagine walking to school daily, your backpack over your shoulder, the sun’s harsh rays on...
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March 7, 2024
Empowering Women with Albinism: A Journey of Advocacy and Resilience for Maimouna Dene
In an exclusive interview with Maimouna Dene, the president of the Association of Women with...
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March 5, 2024
Leading with Purpose: GAPA’s First Female President’s Impact on Ghana’s Albinism Community
You cannot do it; you are a woman! Have you heard that statement before? That...
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February 20, 2024
Amplifying Impact: Inside the World of Albinism Advocacy with Peter Ogik
Human rights defenders (HRDs) with albinism are unsung heroes in the battle against discrimination. They...
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February 16, 2024
Shining Light on the Invisible Battle: Skin Cancer and Albinism in Africa
Throughout my life as a person with albinism, my relationship with the sun has always...
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December 16, 2023
Reflections on COP28
From 3rd to 8th December, I attended the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference –...
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December 4, 2023
The Impact of Climate Change on the Rights of People with Albinism in Africa: A Human Rights Concern
Climate change is considered the most significant health threat of the 21st century, hence why...
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November 22, 2023
Championing Albinism Rights in Namibia: A Learning and Collaboration Forum with Human Rights Defenders
In celebration of diversity and a commitment to inclusivity, the Africa Albinism Network (AAN) commemorated...
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