Voice of Albinism

25/04/2026

Join us our monthly session to connect with other parents with albinism to learn and unlearn. It’s a safe space for everyone to connect and share experiences and ideas. Funder byThe National Lottery Community Fund

10/04/2026

28/03/2026

Join us and request your zoom link all details below.Voice of albinism initiative NigeriaMaris JosephAlbinism Fellowship UK & IrelandEhinor Otaigbe-Amedu MbeThe National Lottery Community Fund thanks for funding this project.

10/03/2026

We are the chosen generation and proudly in our skill tone.

What about you ?

Albinism Fellowship UK & IrelandYell4ChangeMaris JosephWorld Health Organization (WHO)Global Albinism AllianceUnited Nations Human RightsNational Organization for Albinism and HypopigmentationUN Albinism: Muluka-Anne Miti-DrummondEhinor Otaigbe-Amedu MbeVoice of albinism initiative NigeriaThe National Lottery Community Fund

09/03/2026

Voice of Albinism Voice of albinism initiative Nigeria Maris Joseph

This year, International Albinism Awareness Day 2026, will be celebrated under the theme: “𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝘆 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗻: 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀.”

The theme calls for a shift from seeing mainly through appearance to recognising the full humanity, rights, and lived experiences of persons with albinism. It highlights how colour-based discrimination — rooted in myths, stigma, and social bias — affects their dignity, social inclusion, and, critically, their mental well-being.

The theme is closely linked to the forthcoming report to the United Nations General Assembly on the psychosocial impact of colour-based discrimination on the enjoyment of human rights by persons with albinism.

Through this theme, 2026 aims to:
🔹Recognise that many violations against persons with albinism — such as stigma, social exclusion, violence, and barriers to services — constitute intersectional forms of discrimination, including colour-based discrimination.
🔹Highlight the psychosocial impacts of such discrimination, including chronic fear, anxiety, depression, trauma, and internalised stigma.
🔹Centre the dignity and voices of persons with albinism, ensuring they are seen beyond their skin tone and as full rights-holders.
🔹Mobilise action by States, institutions, and society to address both the discriminatory root causes and the mental health consequences of colour-based discrimination.

On 13 June, we invite governments, institutions, civil society, and communities to celebrate every skin tone — and challenge prejudice, amplify voices of persons with albinism, and promote environments where they can live with safety, equality, and well-being. 🌍

23/02/2026

Join us in our monthly session this Saturday. Zoom link only on request see the attached flyer for more information.

01/02/2026

29/01/2026

At voice of Albinism we listen and not judge.

Project Overview: Connecting and Combating Isolation Among BAME Parents of Children with Albinism
Since launching in June 2025, this project has been about far more than simply bringing people together. It creates a supportive space where parents can share uplifting experiences, learn from one another, and build meaningful connections that strengthen the whole community. The work continues, and the project is still actively running as we expand our reach and deepen our impact.
This ongoing project is proudly supported
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29/01/2026

Educating about some persons with albinism sometimes helps to have black sprouts 🌱 hairs
Thanks for sharing

29/01/2026

An angel was born, and now she’s growing into a beautiful girl, carrying light in her smile and grace in every step she takes. With each passing day, she becomes a little stronger, a little wiser, and even more radiant than before.

28/01/2026

Thanks to for this amazing opportunity to share our experiences as communities in Manchester.
Project Overview: Connecting and Combating Isolation Among BAME Parents of Children with Albinism
Launched in June 2025, and still going on, this project is about far more than simply gathering together. It’s about creating a space where communities can share uplifting experiences, support one another, and build connections that genuinely make a difference. None of this would be possible without the support of The National Lottery Community Fund The National Lottery Community Fund.