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SKIN FIJI PROJECT

Supporting people with skin diseases and their disabilities across the Pacific with a focus on Albinism. This is financially supported by the donors through the St. Vincent’s Hospital “Improving Skin Health in Fiji” & The Pacific Trust Fund.

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What is Albinism?

Today in Fiji and the Pacific there
are many people living with Albinism

Albinism is a genetic condition that affects the production of melanin, resulting in very light skin, hair and eye colour.

People living with albinism have very sensitive skin and a significantly higher risk of skin cancer, particularly in tropical regions such as Fiji where sun exposure is intense. They’re also likely to have very poor vision.

Healthy Skin Fiji works to support individuals and families living with albinism through individual and community education, access to sunscreens and vision support as well as facilitate access to skin cancer management.

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Our Main Objective

WHAT IS OUR
ROLE IN FIJI?

The team we call Fiji Albinism Project (FAP) began in 2015 to increase  awareness, healthcare and support for people living with albinism.

We now work with schools, community organisations  and provide , support for Fiji Albinism Health, a recent government initiative.
comprising dermatology and other healthcare professionals.

Through these partnerships, we aim to improve both health outcomes and social inclusion for people living with albinism in Fiji.

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HOW WE HELP

HEALTHY SKIN FIJI WORKS TO IMPROVE UNDERSTANDING OF SKIN HEALTH & SUN PROTECTION

Our programs focus on:

  • Education about sun safety

  • Early detection of skin cancer

  • Providing sunscreen to people living with albinism

  • Supporting healthcare professionals and community awareness

Through these initiatives, we aim to reduce preventable skin disease and improve quality of life.

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Check out the gallery to see photos of our team in action as they spread the word about maintaining healthy skin around Fiji!

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RESOURCES

The Fiji Resources Center provides resources for healthy skin in Fiji.

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EDUCATIONAL POLICY

We are especially proud of Fiji’s
Special Inclusive Educational Policy for children with Albinism.

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