01. Climate change & Albinism

EFPA implement interventions that will enhance climate change resilience and environmental protection in it’s the Elgon sub region; that is characterized by landslides often attributed to the increasing reduction in the vegetation cover, Land fragmentation and increasing population. EFPA will work with organizations addressing climate change so that the particular issues of people with albinism receive greater visibility in climate change discourse. These efforts aim to not only include the concerns of people with albinism in more mainstream climate change debates, but look to build broader, more inclusive and resilient climate change movements. This will be achieved through training, capacity development and partnerships.

02. Advocacy & legal protection

EFPA provides a strong voice for persons with albinism to protect and promote their rights and advocate for equal opportunities. EFPA is organised in clusters across the Elgon region currently covering nine (9) districts. EFPA’s programmes are grounded on the following themes: Legal protection and advocacy, Employment and Livelihood Access to Health, Climate change, Inclusive Education, Research and documentation, and networking & partnerships.

03. Accessible Health care

EFPA plans to promote the right to inclusive healthcare for people with albinism both by state and non-state actors, thereby promoting quality health care through provision of responsive and specialized health care packages for people living with albinism including regular eye exams, dermatology consultations, and genetic counseling. This will be achieved mainly through health education and advocacy, as well as sensitization programmes and enhancement of access to quality medical services.

04. Inclusive Education

EFPA plans to promote the inclusion of children and adults living with albinism in formal and non-formal education in order to enhance their access to employment and participation in civic and economic processes.EFPA will focus on ensuring that children with albinism are accepted in school and they feel safe within the schools and communities. This will include awareness raising about the rights and potential of children with albinism

05. Employment & Livelihoodness

EFPA plans to provide skills training and income generation so that people with albinism can reach their potential and be fully part of their communities. EFPA will establish partnerships with businesses and corporate entities to promote inclusive employment practices and provide job opportunities for persons with Albinism. EFPA also plans to offer vocational training programs to develop specific skills tailored to the needs of the job market as well as advocate for equal employment rights and protections for persons with Albinism, including reasonable workplace accommodations and anti-discrimination policies.

06. Economic Empowerment

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