Government has launched the National Action Plan for the Protection of persons living with albinism aimed at strengthening protection and promoting inclusion.
Minister of Community Development and Social Services Doreen Mwamba, in a speech read on her behalf by Chairperson- Parliamentary Calcus on Disability, Joseph Munsanje, said the action plan reflects government’s commitment to uphold the rights and dignity of persons living with albinism.
She noted that persons living with albinism continue to face stigma, discrimination and in some cases violence due to harmful myths and misconceptions.
Ms Mwamba added that women and children living with albinism remain particularly vulnerable, especially in rural and border areas.
She explained that the action plan provides a coordinated framework focusing on prevention, protection, access to justice and promotion of equality.
Meanwhile, Cheshire Homes Society of Zambia Board Chairperson Gaudenzio Rossi reaffirmed their commitment to working with government to ensure persons living with albinism are protected and included.
And a representative of persons living with albinism, Mr Mosed Luneta has thanked government for launching the action plan, describing it as a positive step towards addressing challenges affecting their community.
