Vitiligo Bond Inc., and our vitiligo community will like to thank President Obama for taking time in 2015 to send official acknowledgment for people living with vitiligo. After 6 years of determination, 18 Governor state issued vitiligo awareness proclamations and aiming for the moon we landed among the stars. We would also like to thank our Georgia legislative official Congressman Hank Johnson for bringing awareness to vitiligo to the White House. This was the first time any organization request for vitiligo recognition got a response from a President of The United States. At Vitiligo Bond Inc., we consider this a historic honor and we…
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Atlanta Dreams generously sponsored tickets for our Vitiligo Bond social event. During this gathering, both youth and adults had the opportunity to take photos with players and celebrities. A standout moment was captured when VBI Member Mr. Whaley posed for a picture with the legendary Dikembe Mutombo.
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This guide was designed for our children and parents living with vitiligo. It offers useful tips, some of which you may already be aware of. The key takeaway is to speak up if you are being bullied; no one should endure mistreatment in silence. If your child is in school, get involved in their classroom. With the teacher’s approval, consider making a presentation to raise awareness about your child’s skin condition. Thank you for supporting our initiatives! Bullying is a significant issue, and many schools report that it occurs daily. Bullies come in various forms, and most people encounter them…
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In celebration of Spirit Month this June, we are excited to go purple for our second annual virtual campaign. We honor and support those who have faced bullying due to vitiligo. June is recognized as Vitiligo Awareness Month, with June 25 marking World Vitiligo Day! Feel free to share one of our purple-themed images or create your own. Show your support by in your community and online by wearing purple lipstick, makeup, or clothing, and post a picture under our Purplicious tab at www.facebook.com/vitiligobondinc. Be sure to let everyone know that you are going purple in solidarity with those living…
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HEALING FROM WITHIN The idea of healing from within is rooted in a holistic approach to medicine. It considers the individual as a whole, addressing not only physical ailments but also nurturing the soul and spirit. True healing occurs when one achieves complete physical and mental well-being, allowing time for spiritual growth. The ability to attain full recovery, encompassing both the physical and spiritual aspects, lies within the individual. Nature is deeply connected to human spirituality, offering a unique form of healing that is unmatched by anything else. Our bodies respond to nature because it is within this environment that…
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We had the pleasure of meeting Michaela’s mother, Elaine, and her sister, Mia, on the night before the premiere of Beyoncé’s new song, “Lemonade,” on HBO where Michaela was going to be featured dancing. Elaine expressed her desire to join us for our annual photo before the premiere with then-Governor Deal to present him with a book authored by Elaine and Michaela titled “Taking Flight.” In addition, we aimed to share a wonderful children’s book with our youth, providing support for both Michaela and her mother. Vitiligo Bond proudly endorsed Michaela DePrince’s new book, “Ballerina Dreams.” The first ten parents…