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Elizabeth testifies tomorrow.
In honor of International Albinism Awareness Day, Asante Mariamu wanted to share a powerful story with you. Elizabeth Charles lost her right hand to attackers in her village in 2015, and is now living at the Kabanga Protectorate Center. The criminal case goes to trial tomorrow, and Elizabeth is traveling over 500 kilometers to the court to testify.

We are very proud of Elizabeth, and we hope that her extraordinary bravery will result in a conviction and lengthy jail sentences for her attackers, which often does not happen. Sadly, none of Elizabeth's family would accompany her to the trial, so our wonderful Kulwa, the new matron at the Kabanga center, will be her companion. We send them off with our love and prayers for a safe and fruitful journey.

I am very grateful that we have gained three new monthly donors - we hope to make our goal of ten new supporters this week. Thank you!

Russ Williams joined the Army in 1942 and was blinded by enemy fire in 1944. As a blinded veteran, Williams went on to become an expert in the rehabilitation of blinded veterans, especially focusing on orientation and mobility. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame for the Blindness Field in 2002. More on Williams: http://www.aph.org/hall/inductees/williams/
Thank you to our veterans for your service!

Russell Williams Dedicated to preserving, honoring, and promoting the tradition of excellence manifested by individuals and the history of outstanding services provided to people who are blind or visually impaired.