What we do
We promote and support the prevention and treatment of leprosy, prevention of disabilities, social inclusion and stigma reduction of people affected by leprosy.
Our priority programmes
In our fight against leprosy, we have initiated four priority programmes to direct our work. These are in line with the Global Leprosy Strategy of the World Health Organization and the Triple Zero campaign of the International Federation of Anti-Leprosy Associations. They also contribute towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations.
Stop transmission of leprosy
Leprosy can only be eliminated if we prevent people from getting leprosy and if we stop the transmission of the leprosy bacteria.
Combined approaches to prevention and management of disability
Leprosy shares many symptoms with other neglected tropical diseases and diseases causing nerve damage. Combined approaches help tackle disability more effectively.
Disability-inclusive development
People living with disabilities caused by leprosy and other diseases fully and actively participate in society thanks to our disability-inclusive development initiatives.
Reduction of stigma and discrimination
We pay special attention to social inclusion in all our work. In everything we do, we fight stigma and discrimination.
We conduct ground-breaking scientific research
We produce innovative solutions and deliver evidence-based programmes that strengthen the fight against leprosy.
Where we work
Priority programmes, research projects and pilots across five countries
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Brazil
4,415 new patients diagnosed and treated
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Mozambique
1,437 new patients diagnosed and treated
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India
37,795 new patients diagnosed and treated
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Nepal
910 new patients diagnosed and treated
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Indonesia
14,363 new patients diagnosed and treated
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