Zimbabwe Albino Association

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Zimbabwe Albino Association

We are non-profit making organization formed to remove from society the traditional based stigma and its related consequences on persons with albinism in all spheres of human activity. ZIMAS ‘s mandate is to identify the specific needs of persons  with albinism and find way and means of raising adequate resources to either provide for some of these needs or to assist persons with albinism get access to facilities that will enable them to meet their own needs. Our goal is to rid society of the myths and misconceptions surrounding albinism though advocacy, awareness campaigns and empowerment of persons with albinism.

Our Vision
To live in a society driven by equity and social justice, a society where Persons with Albinism are seen as competent and capable contributors to the prosperity of the country
Our Mission
To improve the living conditions of Persons with Albinism by removing barriers that prevent them from realizing their true potential
Our Objectives
  • To enlighten society on the rights of persons with albinism, particularly the rights of women and children with albinism.
  • To provide psycho-emotional support to persons with albinism and their families
  • To promote education and training for persons with albinism.
  • To promote access to skin cancer treatment for persons with albinism To provide sunscreen lotion and spectacles to persons with albinism
Our Values
  • Equality – We believe that all human beings are equal regardless of their race or skin colour hence there must be equal opportunities for all
  • Integrity – We are accountable to the people that we serve and we believe in transparency and honesty in carrying out our work
    • Excellence – We endeavor to offer the best services to the people that we serve.
  • Team work – We believe more can be achieved through the spirit of togetherness

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Our History

since the establishment of the Zimbabwe Albino Association, it has collaborated with the government of Zimbabwe, multiple embassies, corporate entities, and agencies in its dedicated mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals with albinism and promote their fundamental rights.

  • We have been a strong advocate for accessibility and reasonable accommodation in schools, specifically focusing on students with albinism. As a result of their dedicated efforts, the ministry of education introduced Circular No.2 of 2000, which outlines the specific requirements and support mechanisms for learners with albinism. This circular provides valuable guidance to teachers on how to effectively assist these learners, including provisions for large print materials, suitable seating arrangements, and fostering peer acceptance, among other essential aspects.
  • We advocated for the inclusion of the necessary chemicals for producing sunscreen lotion on the Essential Drug List (EDLIST), with the aim of ensuring that sunscreen lotion is readily available in all state health institutions. Despite their efforts, the government has yet to fulfill this provision and provide sunscreen lotion in healthcare facilities.
  • We partnered with the Danish Embassy to conduct Needs Assessment Survey for persons with albinism.
  • We also partnered with the United States embassy to capacitate women with albinism through sewing projects.
  • We also partnered with the United States embassy to capacitate women with albinism through sewing projects.
  • advocated for accessibility and reasonable accommodation in schools for students with albinism. This initiative resulted in the Ministry of education coming up with a circular (NO.2 OF 2000) stipulating the special needs of learners with albinism and providing guidance to teachers on how they can best assist learners with albinism. The circular stipulates the need for large print, appropriate sitting positions in class, and promoting peer acceptance among other things.
  •  advocated for the inclusion of chemicals required to produce sunscreen lotion on the essential drug list (EDLIST) aiming for the government to provide sunscreen lotion in all state health institutions. However, the government has not provided sunscreen lotion in health institutions.
  • partnered with the Danish Embassy to conduct Needs Assessment Survey for persons with albinism.
  •  also partnered with the United States embassy to capacitate women with albinism through sewing projects.
  •  worked with the Africa Development Fund (ADF) to empower persons with albinism through poultry projects.
  • We worked with the National Aids Council to stop the spread of HIV among persons with albinism.
  • has worked with the Spanish embassy to advance the rights of persons with albinism through awareness campaigns.
  • has worked with the United Nations Information Centre to raise awareness about challenges facing persons with albinism by assisting in hosting the International Albinism Awareness Day celebrations.
  • has also worked with Germany Development Fund which provided funding for operational costs such as staffing and remuneration.
  • has worked with the Japan International Cooperative Agency (JAICA) to provide staff training for ZIMAS human resources.
  • has also partnered with the Swiss embassy to provide assistive devices such as spectacles to persons with albinism.
  • also worked with the British embassy to provide sunscreen lotions to persons with albinism.
  • worked with the Netherlands Embassy by assisting in staff development through training of ZIMAS human resources.