PORT-AU-PRINCE — Artists with albinism were among dozens spotlighted at the 8th edition of the Disability and Cultural Festival, held each year to bring awareness to people living with disabilities and challenges in Haiti. Organized by Théâtre Toupatou with “opening up to albinism” as a theme, this year’s festival aimed to shed light on all underrepresented communities and advocate for inclusivity.
“With this kind of activity taking place, I feel really happy,” Vanessa Saintvil, an aspiring dancer, told The Haitian Times. “We [disabled people] don't always have support, and now they have taken care of us.”
Overview:
Sunday’s Théâtre Toupatou honored people to shed light on albinism and to put the spotlight on underrepresented communities in Haitian society.
Uh oh, it looks like you’ve hit a paywall! But don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Here are a few ways you can access this story.