Alicia Roufs

Alicia Roufs is the chapter leader of VITFriends Minnesota and has been living with vitiligo since she was 3 months old. She lives in Minnesota with her husband Dominic, son Herbie, and their dog Ronnie.

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Here’s How to Light Landmarks Near You in Celebration of World Vitiligo Day

Vitiligo, although it affects over 70 million people worldwide, remains mysterious and unknown to many.…

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How to Get a World Vitiligo Day Proclamation for Your Hometown—And Why It Matters

In the vitiligo community, the month of June is a big deal. If you are…

5 Ways to Celebrate World Vitiligo Day

World Vitiligo Day is officially recognized on June 25th each year. Established in 2011, the…

How to Send an Email to Support Vitiligo Advocacy Day, Oct. 4

Two years ago, I gave a speech on the U.S. Capitol grounds about my journey…

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Look How Far I’ve Come: 2016 Reflections from a Girl with Vitiligo

Reflecting on the past year, I can’t help but think, “Look how far I’ve come!”…

5 Responses to “It Could Be Worse” if You Live with Vitiligo

You’ve heard it before. You try to open up and explain why it’s hard to…