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FAQ
In 2016, the United Nations marked World Vitiligo Day in its International Calendar of Disability Events. However, it was removed in 2019 when the calendar was streamlined to 'Major Events'. Understandably, with the subsequent COVID-19 lockdowns and ongoing global unrest, our appeal has been placed on pause by the officials.
Despite the removal from the UN calendar, World Vitiligo Day has:
- Surpassed initial ambitions
- Effectively influenced public sentiment
- Achieved a greater impact than a formal pronouncement might have
This success demonstrates the power of grassroots movements and community-driven awareness campaigns. World Vitiligo Day continues to be a significant annual event, bringing attention to vitiligo and supporting those affected by the condition
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