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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.

Global Leaders Finalize Key Outcomes from World Forum on Skin Cancer Prevention and Management in Persons with Albinism, Building Momentum for Action

Global Albinism Alliance, ILDS, and Standing Voice have announced the finalized outcomes of the inaugural World Forum on Skin Cancer Prevention and Management in Persons with Albinism, held October 27–28, 2025 in Cape Town. Delegates formed working groups to advance advocacy, expand access to photoprotection, strengthen clinical capacity, scale services, and prioritize research to prevent needless deaths from skin cancer.