Standing Voice
Standing Voice is an organization that was created to give those with albinism a voice. This organization is making sure that those with albinism are protected and heard.
Under the same sun
Under The Same Sun is an organization that brings awareness about albinism and the hardships those individuals face. This organization works to bring resources and education to those with albinism.
The Albino foundation
This organization works to bring social justice to those with albinism. They are also a big advocate in education programs and human rights. They hope to end this discrimination.
Discussion Question
As a new community-based occupational therapist in Sub- Saharan Africa, analyze the assets, resources, and barriers for the individuals in the communities. Imagine that you are working with a child or adult in a community that shelters individuals with albinism to protect them from harmful adults in the area. How would you synthesize a plan that advocates for their participation in meaningful occupations?
Citations
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Issue: Under the Same Sun. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.underthesamesun.com/content/issue.
Ortiz, F. (2018, July 5). Violent crimes against albinos are on the rise in sub-Saharan Africa. Retrieved from https://www.trtworld.com/magazine/violent-crimes-against-albinos-are-on-the-rise-in-sub-saharan-africa-18684.
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Taylor, Bradbury‐Jones, & Lund (2019). Witchcraft‐related Abuse and Murder of Children with Albinism in Sub‐Saharan Africa: A Conceptual Review. Child Abuse Review, 28(1), 13–26. doi: 10.1002/car.2549
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