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MISSION STATEMENT

We encourage you to LIVE.

Vitiligo does not define who you are and shouldn’t dictate how you choose to live your life. Living with differences and/or experiencing major life changes can be traumatic and come with a range of emotions. Everyone copes and heals in their own way. We want you to know you don't have to do it alone. Children and adults are subjected to bullying, avoidance, and uninformed insinuations which can lead to low self-esteem, isolation, depression, self-harm and suicide. While being different builds character, it can be a burden nonetheless. We seek to provide support by reinforcing that we are living, not suffering, and are not alone!

Meet the team

Sharon K.

Founder | Executive Director

"I'm an advocate of human rights, personal expression and a lover of beautiful things. My many hats include public speaking, basketball officiating and coaching, being a mom, a former private chef and small business owner. I was diagnosed with vitiligo at age 12. I had my struggles but I didn't let them overcome me. I decided to live rather than exist because I knew I was meant for more. I founded Litty Ligo to connect with those on their respective journeys and our loved ones who seek to understand."

Executive management

Sidney H.

Deairrah R.

Sidney H.

Executive Content Manager

"I am a 44 yr old married, father of 3. I am also a U.S. Navy Veteran. I have had Vitiligo for 18 years. A love for two things has awakened in me. My Vitiligo community and the written word. My goal is to support and encourage with my writing. My belief is that while our skin may be different, we are much more than our Vitiligo. My overall message is self love and self acceptance."

Archie B.

Deairrah R.

Sidney H.

Executive Marketing Director

"I’m a spunky mother of two dynamic daughters, a yogini, a creativity consultant for Archie B. Consultants, and a published author. As a creative, experiencing self-awareness through collaboration and observations, my goal is for all living with vitiligo or just simply enduring life obstacles to share, evolve, and become aware together. During my many phases, I have learned to love and accept my ambiance. I am a lovely mix between a thrift store, sparkled bows, head wraps, green Chuck Taylors, with a splash of boldness!"

Deairrah R.

Executive Youth Engagement Manager

“I reside in Alexandria, Louisiana. I’ve had vitiligo since I was 9 years old. It was more aggressive in my younger years. I didn’t understand what was happening nor did I understand why and it took a toll on me. I’ve always loved myself no matter what but I found myself hiding. Fortunately, I have a loving family and the best of friends. Their love and encouragement motivated me create the Mask Off Awareness Runway Show. Because of them, my mask is OFF.”