Lobbyists have encouraged the promotion of albinism awareness and the inclusion of persons with albinism in all aspects of society.
In a statement on Tuesday, Kenya National Human Rights Commission urged the government to implement the Kenya National Action Plan on Albinism 2023-28.
The commission chairperson, Roseline Odede, noted that this will be part of the measures taken to safeguard the rights of individuals with albinism.
“The Office of the Attorney General and Ministry of Labour and Social Protection should expedite the adoption and implementation of the Kenya National Action Plan on Albinism 2023-2028,” she said.
They said the government should ensure that protection of the rights of children and adults with albinism is protected.
This year's theme is 'inclusion is strength', the commission said the theme emphasizes the importance of inclusion of a diversity of groups from within and outside the albinism community.
Odede said the government should establish a taskforce on albinism and assign a special adviser on Albinism in Kenya.
They also called on the government to intensify the creation of awareness campaigns.
"We call on the state to intensify the creation of awareness campaigns on albinism as a form of disability so as to help reduce stigma and discrimination," she said.
The commission also noted that they want persons with albinism considered for elective seats and appointments in the country.
They further noted that at least 5 per cent of the positions should be filled by persons with disabilities.
Odede said the Ministry of Education on the other hand should play a role by helping to foster inclusive environments among learners with albinism.
"Schools and technical institutions through the Ministry of Education to conduct sensitisation programs on albinism to foster an inclusive environment among learners," Odede said.
International Albinism Awareness Day is observed every year on June 13 to promote albinism awareness and ensure the protection of the rights of children and adults with albinism.