In a bid to promote economic, social and cultural rights for people with albinism in the country, a local organisation Green Girls Platform (GGP) has launched an initiative aimed at promoting financial independence among people with albinism in Thyolo, Mulanje, Blantyre and Lilongwe districts.
The initiative, dubbed “Titukulane” is designed to, among others, empower women and girls with albinism by equipping them with skills, knowledge and confidence to claim their rights and lead more independent lives.
GGP Executive Director Joy Munthali has said the initiative will also create a platform where people with albinism can share their hopes and dreams.
“So, at its core, the Titukulane Project has been designed to be an instrument that people with albinism can use to thrive,” she said.
Munthali said through community engagement and grassroots empowerment, the initiative also aims to drive long-lasting positive change, ensuring that women and girls with albinism not only thrive but also lead their communities.
“We believe with this initiative, people with albinism, especially women and girls will no longer feel marginalised,” said Munthali.
She said the initiative has already attracted interest from some concerned stakeholders to support its implementition
“We are deeply grateful and honoured to collaborate with our committed partners, including Standing Voice and Beyond Suncare,” she added.
Association of Persons with Albinism in Malawi (APAM) president Young Muhamba has hailed the introduction of the project, describing it as timely.
“This project has come at the right time with a lot of people with albinism still facing economic hardships compounded by personal attacks that affect their ability to engage in economic activities,” he said.
