International Albinism Awareness Day

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2023 Date	June 13, 2023
2024 Date	June 13, 2024

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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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This International Albinism Awareness Day I'm sending love to our #Mozambique partner Azemap & their murals around Tete city that challenge stigmatization of people with albinism. The mural reads: "People with albinism are the same as you!" https://t.co/cB07crC7WX #IAAD2022 2/
— Samer Muscati (@SamerMuscati) June 13, 2022

Today is International Albinism Awareness Day and is observed to represent the celebration of the human rights of people with albinism. For more information on International Albinism Awareness Day and for online resources and information on Albinism, visit https://t.co/iWoxVkBVx6
— Blind Beginnings (@BlindBeginnings) June 13, 2022

This June 13, International Albinism Awareness Day, I'm sending love to advocates around the world fighting discrimination, including @music_lazarus from #Malawi. This video of him visiting @HRW in #NYC is so🔥. #UnitedInMakingOurVoiceHeard #IAAD2022 https://t.co/z7NTDsj9tZ 1/
— Samer Muscati (@SamerMuscati) June 13, 2022

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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.