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"The Ghana Association of Persons with Albinism is to adopt a holistic approach towards addressing the problem peculiar to persons with albinism in Ghana & the world "

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ABOUT US

The Ghana Association of Persons Living with Albinism (GAPA) was established on 2nd February, 2003. GAPA was previously known as the Society of Albinos Ghana. It is a non-governmental organization that promotes the rights of persons with albinism (PWA).

The objective of the organization is to demystify or break the myths and misconceptions of persons with albinism in Ghana and to sensitize and create awareness about the challenges facing them. The Association was granted a membership status of the Ghana Federation of the Disabled in December; 2007.

The vision of GAPA is to adopt a holistic approach towards addressing the problem peculiar to persons with albinism in Ghana & the world.

Aims and Objectives

To break the myths, prejudice and other negative cultural beliefs and norms about persons with albinism.
To support Ghanaians with albinism to cope with their disability through health support programs and other initiatives.
To advocate for the rights persons with albinism in Ghana.
To mobilize and empower persons with albinism in Ghana

Activities
The major activities of SOAG include;

mass membership mobilization,
Research and advocacy
Public education