A Brazilian grandfather with vitiligo has turned a hobby into an advocacy project. The 64-year-old crochets dolls for kids who have the same skin condition as him, and other disabilities, to help boost their self-esteem and to inspire people of all races to appreciate and embrace diversity.
João Stanganelli Jr., from the Brazilian town of Bragança Paulista, has had vitiligo since the age of 38. When he had to take a step back from his career in the food industry to concentrate on his health last year, he picked up crocheting to pass the time, according to a report by People.
