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Event
World Vitiligo Day USA 2026 🇺🇸
The Westin Charlotte, 601 South College Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202
Next year marks a special milestone: the 10th anniversary of the landmark World Vitiligo Day gathering on the steps of Capitol Hill in Washington, DC (report).
Led by Valarie Molyneaux and VITFriends, more than 300 advocates, nonprofit leaders, researchers, healthcare professionals, and elected officials came together in 2016.
Governors of 18 US states issued proclamations in support of WVD, and the day was finally recognized on the UN calendar that year.
In 2026, we invite you to celebrate a decade of progress, community, and empowerment under the theme:
“Look How Far We’ve Come: A Journey of Resilience, Strength, and Beauty.”
Presented by the Global Vitiligo Foundation and hosted by the North Carolina Vitiligo Support Community.
Dates: June 26–28, 2026
Registration: $75–$150
Read the entire History of the World Vitiligo Day
FAQOther Questions
- Who is prone to vitiligo?
Vitiligo can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or race. Vitiligo prevalence is between 0.76% and 1.11% of the U.S. population, including around 40% of those with the con...
- Is there a link between vitiligo and depression?
Depression and anxiety are often linked with vitiligo, significantly impacting a person’s quality of life. The connection stems from the shared origin of the skin and brain duri...
- Will it spread?
Vitiligo is famously unpredictable, but it doesn't move at random. By looking at thousands of cases, researchers have identified specific patterns of how the condition behaves. ...
Though it is not always easy to treat vitiligo, there is much to be gained by clearly understanding the diagnosis, the future implications, treatment options and their outcomes.
Many people deal with vitiligo while remaining in the public eye, maintaining a positive outlook, and having a successful career.
Copyright (C) Bodolóczki JúliaBy taking a little time to fill in the anonymous questionnaire, you can help researchers better understand and fight vitiligo.