ASSOCIATION FOR THE WELFARE OF ALBINOS (AWA)
Inclusion • Protection • Dignity
A non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the rights, protection, health, education, and inclusion of individuals with albinism and other vulnerable communities.
Registration No.: Ref: 34/E1111/VOL/8/ALPAS | Tel: +237 674 715 263 / +237 640 301 838 | contact@awaforcharity.org | www.awaforcharity.org
AWA NEWSLETTER • 16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM 2026
16 Days. One goal.
A life free from violence for every woman and girl.
25 November – 10 December 2026 | Bamenda, Cameroon
Dear friends and supporters,
Every year, from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day, people around the world unite for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. Every year, the Association for the Welfare of Albinos (AWA) joins this global movement right here in Bamenda.
Gender-based violence touches every community. It happens in homes, schools, markets and online. Too often it is hidden, excused or met with silence. During these 16 days, we want to break that silence, together.
No woman or girl left behind
Our message this year is for every woman and girl, and we will make sure that women and girls with albinism and women and girls with disabilities are seen, heard and protected. They face the same risks as every other woman, plus dangers unique to them:
• Harmful myths about albinism expose women and girls to targeted attacks and sexual violence.
• Mothers are blamed and rejected by partners or families for giving birth to a child with albinism.
• Low vision, stigma and dependence make it harder to report abuse or reach help.
• Women and girls with disabilities experience intimate partner violence at two to four times the rate of other women (UNFPA).
Ending gender-based violence is not a fight against men. It needs women and men, young and old, persons with albinism and persons with disabilities, working side by side. Believe her. Protect her. Report it.
How you can make a difference
1. Volunteer with us in Bamenda
We are building a team of volunteers to help reach communities, schools and families across Bamenda during the 16 Days. Everyone is welcome, and we warmly encourage persons with albinism and persons with disabilities to join. Sign up with your name and WhatsApp number, and our team will add you to the AWA 16 Days volunteer WhatsApp group, where we share plans, roles and dates.
2. Support the campaign
Your gift helps us print awareness materials, run community and school sessions, and support survivors to reach help. Every contribution, big or small, counts.
3. Speak up and share
Share this message with your family, friends, church, school and WhatsApp groups. Challenge myths about albinism and disability when you hear them. If you know someone at risk, help her reach support.
Join the AWA volunteer team in Bamenda
Fill in the form below. We will add you to the 16 Days volunteer WhatsApp group.
Prefer WhatsApp? Send “16 Days volunteer” to +237 674 715 263.
Need help now?
If you or someone you know is experiencing violence, you are not alone. Call or WhatsApp AWA on +237 674 715 263, or visit our Protection and Safeguarding page for support and referral.
Thank you for standing with us.
Ngom Maceline Anwi
Founder and Executive Director, Association for the Welfare of Albinos (AWA)
Association for the Welfare of Albinos (AWA) • Bamenda, Cameroon
Call or WhatsApp: +237 674 715 263 | contact@awaforcharity.org | www.awaforcharity.org
Inclusion • Protection • Dignity
