Advocacy

At UN Human Rights Council, Global Albinism Alliance urges States to turn recommendations into action

The Global Albinism Alliance and ISHR called on States at the UN Human Rights Council to renew the UN Mandate on Albinism beyond 2027 and implement long-standing recommendations to protect the rights of persons with albinism.

Global Albinism Alliance Congratulates Albinos Chile on Progress Toward Sunscreen Access for People with Albinism

The Global Albinism Alliance (GAA) commends Albinos Chile for its sustained advocacy to include sunscreen as a preventive medicine for people with albinism in Chile’s public health system. Building on global progress following the inclusion of sunscreen in the WHO Model Lists of Essential Medicines, this milestone highlights the impact of national advocacy in advancing inclusive health policies and protecting vulnerable populations.

Resurgence of Attacks on Persons with Albinism in Malawi and Zambia

Official statement by the Global Albinism Alliance condemning the resurgence of ritual-related violence against persons with albinism in Southern Africa, urging urgent investigations, prosecutions, and coordinated regional action.