Mariams kamp mot diskriminering och våld mot personer med albinism i Tanzania
Mariam Stafford kämpar mot diskriminering och våld som drabbar personer med albinism i Tanzania.
June 9, 2023
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"I used to ask my mother why I was born like this"
Annamaria David from the village of Ng'ome in the Bahi District of Tanzania is 10 years old. For as long as she can remember, she has faced difficulties because of her
October 4, 2022
Hidaya guides other women after their own difficult journey
When Hidaya Alawi was 20 years old and gave birth to her first child, the first thing she heard from the care staff was that her baby was "abnormal".
January 27, 2022
Proper care gave Nindi a new chance in life
Lack of skills and knowledge about mental illness is a common reason why many seek explanations in curses and put their hope in unscientific cures and treatments.
October 19, 2021
People with albinism are at high risk for skin cancer
The Tanzania Albinism Society works to improve cancer care for people with albinism through advocacy and education. Today, on World Cancer Day, we pay attention to their important work.
February 4, 2021
Community and crafts for women with mental illness in Tanzania
"SOLIDARITY FOREVER", "TUSPO FOREVER" they shout and hold each other's hands in the air. Through the organization TUSPO (Tanzania Users and Survivors of Psychiatry Organization), a group of women who live with or are relatives of someone living with mental illness meet.
February 24, 2020
Sele's school has been adapted to his needs
Harness is 11 years old. He has a disease called hydrocephalus. It can lead to dementia and physical disabilities. Sele has been lucky enough to attend a school that has chosen to learn how they can adapt the school and teaching so that Sele can participate.
August 8, 2014
