Rwanda Celebrates the 12th International Albinism Awareness Day
On June 14, 2026, the Hilltop Hotel in Remera became a vibrant hub of advocacy,
Our advocacy is focused on removing barriers, protecting dignity, and expanding the rights and opportunities of persons with albinism in Rwanda.
Advocating for access to prevention, treatment and responsive health systems to the realities of persons with albinism.
Advocating for inclusive education and accessible learning environments for persons with albinism to learn, participate and succeed without discrimination.
Strengthening livelihoods through skills development, income-generating initiatives and pathways to economic independence for persons with albinism.
We invest in leadership, systems and branches capacity so that OIPPA can sustain strong advocacy and deliver greater impact across Rwanda.
Our vision is a Rwanda where every person with albinism lives with full dignity, safety and equal opportunity without exception.
Chairperson
OIPPA addresses the barriers faced by persons with albinism through practical, community-rooted programs that protect health, expand opportunity, strengthen inclusion and build long-term resilience.
We challenge stigma, myths, and discrimination by promoting accurate information and equal rights for persons with albinism. These are the real stories behind the statistics, told by the people who live them every day.
Neighbors used to call me the white woman or 'useless person when I passed by. After OIPPA stood with me, I learned that my worth was never in question but their understanding that needed to change.
If OIPPA had existed when I was young, I would be a master's degree holder today. What they are doing now gives the next generation the future I could only dream about.
After OIPPA's advocacy, I can ride my motorcycle without facing discrimination. Mindsets have changed and people now understand that we are also human beings.
Stay informed on our latest advocacy campaigns, program updates and the stories shaping the lives of persons with albinism in Rwanda.
OIPPA has been Rwanda’s leading advocacy organization for persons with albinism since 2013; present across 7 districts with programs in health, education and socio-economic empowerment.