Event date: 13th June 2024
On December 18, 2014, the United Nations’ General Assembly adopted a resolution establishing June 13th as International Albinism Awareness Day. The International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) is a global day that aims at advancing the rights of persons with albinism while calling to action for the voices of persons with albinism to be heard.
The objectives for the commemorations are:
- To create awareness about albinism.
- To raise our unified voice and show case positive messages.
- To Advance dialogue among stakeholders on addressing vulnerabilities, marginalization, stigma, and social exclusion.
Last modified: January 30, 2024
