Preliminary survey on the root causes of attacks and discrimination against persons with albinism 2016, para. 44
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Document type
Special Procedures' report
Paragraph text
Rituals involving the use of body parts of persons with albinism have been reportedly used by football teams, wrestlers and musicians. Similar practices were reported for the purpose of winning an election, obtaining a job or promotion, or for business success.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Independent Expert on the enjoyment of human rights by persons with albinism
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Harmful Practices
Person(s) affected
Activists
Year
2016
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
IE Albinism, Report to the UNGA (2016), A/71/255, para. 44.