I Belong

Albinism is not a greenlight to take away human dignity

Overview

“Every person deserves to live with dignity and to be seen for who they are beyond appearance. Inclusion is not a privilege, it is a right. When we open doors of acceptance, education, and opportunity, we allow individuals with albinism to thrive, discover their gifts, and contribute fully to society.

With your support, we can build a future where difference is celebrated, rights are protected, and no one is left behind.”

Impact Information

Individuals with albinism reached

Families reached

Skin cancer cases treated

Counties

Communities Reached

Justice Interventions Completed

About Us

Established in 2023, we empower individuals with albinism to live with dignity, confidence, and inclusion. Through education, rights advocacy, health, and skills training, we are building a future where persons with albinism can belong, thrive, and lead.

Vision

A world where all persons with albinism live with dignity, inclusion, and equal rights.

Mission

To empower individuals with albinism through education, advocacy, health, and skills training, creating opportunities for self-acceptance, leadership, and resilience.

Core Values

  • Dignity
  • Inclusion
  • Equal Rights
  • Empowerment

Activities

Free Eye Clinic

Participants share experiences and provide support to strengthen their commitment to recover.

The Albinova Project

If you have a loved one who is spiraling due to addiction, we can help you arrange an intervention to help them.

Hatua Mpya

Senior recovering members of our community volunteer their time as sponsors to mentor new recoverees.

News & Updates

Testimonials

“The Hatua Mpya program from ana antami has given me more than fashion skills and confidence. I used to doubt myself, but now I can design, create, and dream of my own fashion line. This program gave me dignity and a new beginning.”

Martha Florence

“When I was diagnosed with skin cancer, I felt hopeless. Maliza Cancer taught me about treatment, protection, and gave me the support I needed. Today I am healed, stronger, and living proof that early action saves lives.

Jackson

“My son used to be so quiet, always keeping to himself. After joining the program, I see a new confidence in him. He speaks up, shares his ideas, and is not afraid to stand for himself. As a mother, that change means everything to me.”

 

Mama Elfrato

Newsletter

Cover image of ana antami's 2025 Quarterly Newsletter 2. At the top, a joyful group of people with albinism and their allies are smiling together outdoors, reflecting unity and inclusion. The newsletter title is displayed boldly in maroon with yellow “2025” text on the top right. Below, a message from the founder shares the progress of Hatua Mpya’s Debut 2 phase—highlighting creativity, growth, and personal transformation. To the right, a column of small photos shows participants engaged in sewing, learning, and community moments. At the bottom, a “Fact Zone” educates readers on foveal hypoplasia, a vision condition linked to albinism.

Participants share experiences and provide support to strengthen their commitment to recover.

Participants share experiences and provide support to strengthen their commitment to recover.

Participants share experiences and provide support to strengthen their commitment to recover.

Participants share experiences and provide support to strengthen their commitment to recover.