People with albinism gather in Nairobi, Kenya, for International Albinism Awareness Day, at an event that offers a range of activities, including free cancer screenings.
"We celebrate this day because we have experienced many difficulties," says Caxton Osozi, one of the participants in the event.
Caxton Osozi, who has albinism, adds: "My message to everyone, whether they have albinism or not, is to let them know that we are part of society."
Tabitha Kilusu is a customer service representative for the census. She also has albinism and explains that: "The screening is for people with albinism. Most of our skin is very sensitive to light; that's why we have to get screened every month to prevent our skin from being affected by cancer."
The UN dedicates June 13 to albinism, a rare, non-communicable and hereditary disease that exists worldwide, regardless of ethnicity or gender.
