International Albinism Awareness Day

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2022 Date	13 June 2022
2023 Date	13 June 2023

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International Albinism Awareness Day in 2022

Monday, 13 Jun

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International Albinism Awareness Day History

International Albinism Awareness Day seeks to raise awareness about albinism and eliminate all forms of discrimination related to albino people. Albinism is a rare, non-contagious, genetically inherited disorder present at birth. It results in a lack of pigmentation (melanin) in the hair, skin, and eyes. It can cause vulnerability to the sun and bright light. Albinism is found in both sexes regardless of ethnicity. It is also found in all countries of the world. This day aims to support those living with albinism by raising awareness about the condition. It encourages learning more about the disorder and working to eliminate myths and any stigma surrounding it.

International Albinism Awareness Day was established in 2014 by the UN General Assembly. It is observed annually on June 13th.

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Today, on Albinism Awareness Day, I get the opportunity to tell the world that, yeah, we look different, our eyesight is poor, but our vision is strong!!! Albinism is beautiful!!
— Nisha Mehta (@NishaMehta06) June 13, 2021

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— Om Hospital & Research Center (@omhospitalnepal) June 13, 2021

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International Albinism Awareness Day Facts

The theme for International Albinism Awareness Day in 2021 was Strength Beyond All Odds.
According to the UN, 1 in every 17,000 to 20,000 people have some form of albinism in North America and Europe. In sub-Saharan Africa, the condition is much more prevalent. 1 in 1,400 people are affected in Tanzania and in Zimbabwe it's 1 in 1,000.
There are several less common types of albinism. These include Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS) and Chediak-Higashi Syndrome (CHS). These types of albinism can involve medical issues such as problems with blood clotting or problems with hearing.

International Albinism Awareness Day Top Events and Things to Do

Register for the virtual choir hosted by National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation.
Explore a reading list that can help educate and spark conversation about albinism.
Meet several champions of the albinism cause.