January 9, 2025
Announcing New Leadership at AAN
After almost 4 years of exceptional leadership at the Africa Albinism Network (AAN), Ikponwosa “I.K”...
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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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November 10, 2023
AU Advocacy: Africa Albinism Network urges the African Union Commission to appoint an Envoy on Albinism
The Africa Albinism Network (AAN), in a statement presented to the 77th Ordinary Session of...
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November 6, 2023
Africa Albinism Network Hosts a Learning Forum for South Africa National Albinism Taskforce Leaders
In a world that often judges by appearances, South Africa’s albinism community has had its...
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October 7, 2023
Angola Adopts National Action Plan on Albinism After Six Years of Relentless Advocacy
Congratulations Angola “It is in your hands now.” For years, individuals with albinism, like...
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