A belief that their body parts have magical powers has sparked a grisly trade. NAIROBI, Kenya — The mistaken belief that albino body parts have magical powers has driven thousands of Africa’s albinos ...
LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - An increase in the number of attacks on people with albinism in Malawi since late 2014 by people seeking their body parts for witchcraft prompted Amnesty ...
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Reimagining Albinism Rights Advocacy

Try an Applied Theater TechniqueIt is a hot afternoon in a rural district in Malawi. People gather around a tent set up at the Local Trading Center, eager to witness a community outreach program that ...
AS we observe International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) this year under the theme, "Demanding our Rights: Protect our Skin, Preserve our Lives," it's a poignant reminder of the strides and ...
Albinism is a rare condition and those living with it are often subject to discrimination and disapproval.
NAIROBI, Kenya — The mistaken belief that albino body parts have magical powers has driven thousands of Africa’s albinos into hiding, fearful of losing their lives and limbs to ...