Albinism is a rare, genetically inherited condition characterized by a lack of melanin pigment in the skin, hair and eyes. Although it affects people of all races and ethnic backgrounds, albinism remains heavily misunderstood across many cultures. These misconceptions, often rooted in fear, superstition and misinformation, have led to widespread

On the 13th June 2024, the Organization for Integration and Promotion of People with Albinism (OIPPA) has organized the 10th celebration with key partners to include Disability Rights Fund, USAID, Word Vision, Humanity & Inclusion, CBM, Imbuto Foundation, HAHABLD and others.

In Rwanda, persons with albinism have biggest health risk of skin cancer and there are persons with albinism who are suffering from skin cancer who cannot access to referral hospitals for skin treatment because there is no guidelines and regulations of government nor ministry of health regarding skin cancer screening

On the 18 December 2014, the United Nations took a resolution in proclaiming, with effect from 2015, June 13 as the International Albinism Awareness Day.  Since then, OIPPA has been organizing the celebration of this important day with its beneficiaries and partners which has also been a voice added to