A story to raise awareness about albinism among a group of ten-year-olds

Short film to raise awareness of the discrimination experienced by young people with albinism and the importance of advocating for their integration.

Brochure to provide simple explanations of albinism, protective measures, health consequences, and debunking common myths (designed as a mediation tool for healthcare professionals and families)

Poster to easily convey key information about albinism (primarily intended for schools and health centres)

The Central African Republic has tens of thousands of victims of sexual violence. The Pierre Fabre Foundation and its partners are setting up a comprehensive care centre in Bangui.

The SOHA project (“Soha” means “health” in Arabic) focuses on prevention, the development of medical consultations, the treatment of patients suffering from chronic diseases, the fight against over-consumption of medication, and support for the financial stability of healthcare structures.

The “Women’s and Children’s Health” project is in response to the gynecological, obstetric, neonatal and pediatric crisis in Lebanon, and builds on pre-existing structures. The aim is to improve access to specific healthcare for women and children.

In a context that includes a fragile Lebanese state, renewed regional tensions and the presence of Syrian, Iraqi and Palestinian refugees, the Fondation Pierre Fabre has chosen to increase its support for the vulnerable host and refugee populations.

Since 2002, Fondation Pierre Fabre makes a commitment in the Lebanon, for the benefit of the medical and social center of Khaldieh.

The deteriorating situation in Burkina Faso has led the Foundation to strengthen its support for the Persis Paediatric Medical and Surgical Centre run by Dr Zala, helping underprivileged families in the northern parts of the country.

In the wake of the successful AMA project, AMAFRICA aims to analyse the relevance of phone monitoring in Ivory Coast to improve therapeutic observance of onco-hematologic patients.

In 2003, to improve access to healthcare for isolated populations in Tambacounda, the Foundation helped design and build a medical centre set deep in the bush in Wassadou.

The Foundation and the Order of Malta Lebanon are joining forces to create a Mobile Medical Unit that provides medical assistance to Syrian refugees and the local population

Nobel Prize Dr Denis Mukwege has devoted his life to saving victims of sexual violence. The Foundation supports the Bulenga's hospital, RDC, to replicate his model for comprehensive victim care.

Skin cancer is a major risk for albinos, but the number of dermatologists in Africa is far insufficient. The Foundation takes action.

Skin cancer is a major risk for albinos, but the number of dermatologists in Africa is far insufficient. The Foundation takes action.

Mali, faced with a regional dermatologist shortage, is assessing the feasibility of a telemedicine programme. Objectives: improve healthcare and create a true communications network.

Burkina Faso has 27 dermatologists for 19.5 million inhabitants. The Foundation sets up medical caravans for the education of people with albinism, access to diagnosis and treatment of skin lesions.

The Fondation Pierre Fabre and its local partners are taking action to prevent and treat the skin cancers leading to the premature deaths of patients in the country.

Mauritania has 15 dermatologists serving four million inhabitants spread across a vast area, making it difficult for people to access dermatological care.

The Téléder Togo programme funded by the Fondation Pierre Fabre provides technical and human resources to improve diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases at peripheral health structures through use of new technologies.

Implementation of a treatment pathway to help people with albinism in Côte d’Ivoire was initiated via the Fondation Pierre Fabre’s call for projects presented at the second African Teledermatology Conference in 2019.

Following the projects rolled out in Mali, Mauritania and Togo, E-Dermato Niger intends to promote access to dermatological treatment for rural populations living far from major urban centres where most specialists are located.

The project aims to strengthen 8 albinism organizations in Côte d'Ivoire, Uganda, Niger, DRC and Madagascar, and improve the referral of people with albinism to holistic care adapted to their specific needs.

Appalled by the ravages of noma, the Enfants du Noma (Children of Noma) association has been giving Burkinabe children affected by the disease new faces. The Foundation began supporting this mission in 2015.

The Foundation and the Sickle Cell Disease Initiative Committee in Burkina Faso implement a project of unprecedented magnitude in the country.

The Center of Bamako, Mali, plays a fundamental role in the fight against sickle cell disease. It receives patients, conducts training and information campaigns and perform clinical research

The Fondation Pierre Fabre has been supporting the Bangui Sickle Cell Research and Treatment Centre (CRTD) since 2019. The CRTD is the country’s only referral institution and receives financial support for training and purchasing medicines and equipment.

The long-term objective is to sensitise governments to the benefits of a national programme combatting sickle cell disease, and having a viable and adaptable disease management model.

In Guinea, the Fondation Pierre Fabre supports the Sickle Cell Disease Control Centre in Conakry to help build the centre’s capacities and ensure its financial autonomy.

This multi-country project must address the major challenge of reducing morbidity and mortality linked to sickle cell disease by acting on several levels: Detect, treat, train, raise awareness and support public authorities

The Foundation helped build a paediatric unit dedicated to sickle cell disease housed in a new building of the hospital complex with precious help from Professor Léon Tshilolo

The Foundation choose to fund a programme centred on patient screening and care, medical staff training, opening a specialised centre and public education on sickle cell disease.

In 2011, pursuing the work already begun in Mali, Fondation Pierre Fabre became involved in the battle against sickle cell disease in the CAR.

An operational study to measure the benefits of systematic neonatal screening and early treatment of the sickle cell disease in Senegal.

The Foundation decided to invest in this major project over four years. The objectives are to reduce the mortality and morbidity related to sickle cell disease

The latest available statistics show that mother and child mortality levels remain high in Laos. This programme sets out to provide support for the training of student midwives.

Impressed by the Foundation’s work in Cambodia, the Laotian government asked it to support the country’s development by rehabilitating the Vientiane Faculty of Pharmacy

In the early 2000s, with only 250 pharmacies to serve nearly 17 million inhabitants, Madagascar was facing an alarming pharmaceutical shortfall.

Since 2011, the Foundation works to revitalise the pharmacy education at the University of Lomé, Togo, and contributes to the accessibility and quality of both material and education

Following on from the Master Mekong Pharma programme (2012-2019), the Fondation Pierre Fabre was eager to maintain and expand the connections between the four partner universities in Vietnam (HUP-Hanoi, UMP-HCMC), Cambodia (UHSC-Phnom Penh) and Laos (UHSL-Vientiane).

Since 2021, the Fondation Pierre Fabre has been supporting the Faculty of Pharmacy, part of the Health Sciences Faculty at the University of Abomey-Calavi (near Cotonou). There are two objectives: to provide technical and scientific support and to facilitate exchanges with other faculties of pharmacy in Sub-Saharan Africa.

This post-graduate programme known as "Master Mekong Pharma" is meant to increase the number of drug experts in Southeast Asia

The Fondation Pierre Fabre, alongside the Fondation Mérieux, chose to finance and oversee construction of the Faculty of Pharmacy of Phnom Penh.

The Foundation decided to support rehabilitation of the national drug quality control laboratory in Conakry, where 60% of medicines are countrefeit.

An illustrated guide to simply explain albinism, how to protect from the sun's rays, and how to ensure the inclusion of children with albinism.

A guide to understand how albinism is transmitted and explain the basic principles of genetics.

A guide to explain albinism and its impact on children's learning, and provide practical advice for teachers to support their students with albinism.

Short film to raise awareness about discrimination experienced by people with albinism

The Global South eHealth Observatory, a Fondation Pierre Fabre initiative, is designed to identify, document, promote and help develop eHealth initiatives that improve access to quality healthcare and medicines for the most disadvantaged populations in ressource-limited countries.

A guide to understand the health problems faced by people with albinism and best practices for improving their living conditions.

The degree is awarded by the Universities of Bamako, Cheikh Anta Diop in Dakar and Félix Houphouët-Boigny in Abidjan, in partnership with the Fondation Pierre Fabre. This curriculum will focus on innovation and field practice to address priority health issues.

In 2021, Togo’s minister of Health and Public Hygiene asked the Foundation to help it draw up and roll out a national eHealth strategy. The creation of a “National Digital Health Center” marks an essential step forward in the drive to provide a coherent, sustainable development framework.

A guide to explain albinism to educational staff and outline accommodations for students with albinism.

The Foundation has been exploring the advantages provided by ICT in the realm of healthcare and is financing the development of a low-cost echo-stethoscope.

Testimony from Giraldy, a young man with albinism in Madagascar, where he faces many forms of discrimination and violence.

Initially one of the 2017 winners of the Global South eHealth Observatory, the Khushi Baby programme received additional funding from the Fondation Pierre Fabre in 2019 to support a new implementation phase in the Indian State of Rajasthan.

Animated video to raise awareness of the situation of persons with albinism on the move, including migrants, refugees and those who are internally displaced.

Animated video to raise awareness of the specific challenges faced by women and children impacted by albinism (women with albinism, children with albinism and mothers of children with albinism).

Animated video to raise awareness of the challenges faced by persons with albinism to access basic and necessary health care facilities, goods, and services.

Animated video to raise awareness of the obstacles faced by persons with albinism to access justice after being subjected to attacks, persecution, discrimination and other human rights violations.

Animated video to raise awareness of the challenges faced by human rights defenders with albinism often face challenges.

Animated video to raise awareness of the consequences of witchcraft accusations, beliefs and practices in perpetuating violence and discrimination against people with albinism.

A guide to explain albinism to teachers, provide information on the specific needs of students living with albinism and describe classroom accommodations.

Animated video to raise awareness of the impact of climate change on people living with albinism.

Animated video to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people with albinism when trying to access education and employment.

Video report on the cancer awareness, prevention and treatment work carried out in Tanzania by the NGO Standing Voice, in partnership with the Fondation Pierre Fabre.

Simon's story : under the sun of Lubumbashi, between albinism, resilience, and climate challenges (DRC)

A story of a young girl with albinism, passionate to explore science but encounter countless aversion from the community, and yet, her goal is to remain undefeated despite all taunts thrown at her.

Story of a young girl living with albinism who faces stigmatization and criticism for the accommodations made for people with disabilities at her school.

A guide to explain the challenges faced by students with albinism, and to inform teachers about the ways to facilitate their integration.

Support to provide information on albinism and facilitate therapeutic education sessions on protective gestures.

Nnene's story : Resilience in the face of climate change and social challenges in Nigeria

Joselito's story : A unified fight against skin cancer in Brazil