One of the main barriers to the implementation of the human rights of persons with albinism is discrimination and stigmatization, both of which are historically and culturally entrenched. Information on discrimination against persons with albinism has been received from around the world. However, the expression and severity of the discrimination faced by persons with albinism vary from region to region.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Independent Expert on the enjoyment of human rights by persons with albinism
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Person(s) affected
N.A.
Year
2016
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
IE Albinism, Report to the HRC (2016), A/HRC/31/63, para. 29.