From Lost to Found: 50 Years of the National Vitiligo Act, 10 Years of Advocacy Revival (Ep. 24)

In this episode, we uncover the forgotten history of the National Vitiligo Control Act—a bold bill from the 1970s aimed at transforming lives affected by vitiligo. Thought lost to time, it was rediscovered in 2015 by Yan Valle, CEO of the Vitiligo Research Foundation, reigniting hope and advocacy.

Join us as we explore:
🎙️ The origins of the Act and its champion, Congressman Parren J. Mitchell, who battled vitiligo himself.
🎙️ The emotional rediscovery of the Act and its impact on the vitiligo community.
🎙️ How a piece of 1975 legislation echoed in 2017 and 2024.
🎙️ The controversy over shifting the proposed October 17th date from World Vitiligo Day on June 25th.

This episode isn’t just about legislation—it’s about the passion and persistence that sparked a movement. Whether you’re connected to the vitiligo community or curious about the power of advocacy, this story will inspire you.

Suggested reading: 

• From Lost to Found: 50 Years of the National Vitiligo Act
• The Entire History of the World Vitiligo Day