Listed as the African nation where albinos are most in danger of being targeted for murder by the UN, traditions in Tanzania say that albino body parts can ward off bad luck and bring wealth and success. As an albino activist, Josephat has dedicated his life to raising awareness and acceptance towards albinos in his home country of Tanzania. His talk teaches us the importance of taking pride in our individuality.
Josephat is an albino activist, who has dedicated his life to raising awareness and acceptance towards albinos in his home country of Tanzania. Albinos in Tanzania are at constant risk of persecution and murder by those in their country, who believe that their body parts should be sold to witchdoctors in order to bring wealth. Josephat teaches the albino community what they can achieve, empowering them to get an education, raise families, start businesses, and live like everybody else. He has set up UN demonstrations and his efforts have resulted in albino children being enrolled in schools, as well as an educational community centre and funds to provide material aid.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
22 авг 2024
