Disowned Because Albinism Brings 'Bad Luck' | SHAKE MY BEAUTY
WHEN Xueli, 18, was born with albinism, her parents gave her up for adoption. Speaking to Truly, she explained: "I was abandoned because in China some people believe that albinism brings bad luck to their families." This led to Xueli being adopted and relocating to the Netherlands, where she has grown up. Speaking about the experience, Xueli said: "It's very hard but it strengthens me in getting more life experience. Because my parents did this, they gave me strength. They gave me an opportunity to live in a country that is accepting of people with albinism." Over the years, Xueli struggled with her identity and her mum, Joeke, explained: "It was important for her to find out who she really is and to become herself." Nowadays, Xueli is a model and has worked with many top brands, as well as gracing the pages of Vogue. Speaking about the importance of diversity in modelling, Xueli said: "I can represent other people who have a disability and are searching for that recognition." In this episode of Shake My Beauty, we'll be following the model - who is a UNESCO Goodwill ambassador - as she talks at a UN/UNESCO event to mark International Albinism Awareness Day. Reflecting on her journey, Xueli said: "Beauty to me is more on the inside, that you are a kind person to everyone and that you respect everyone's disability or disadvantage."
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