Left untreated, leprosy causes permanent disability. And across Bangladesh, the disease is stealing people’s livelihoods, education, and futures.
But there is hope.
At Nilphamari Hospital, surgeons heal hands and feet disabled by leprosy. Physiotherapists help people to move with confidence again.
You can equip this dedicated team to restore mobility, possibilities, and joy. You can stand with people affected by leprosy as they look to a brighter future.
Thank you for your support.
Every two minutes, someone is diagnosed with leprosy. That's more than 200,000 new cases a year. Although it is curable, millions of people worldwide are living with the effects of the disease, from physical disability to mental health problems, poverty and discrimination.
Everything we do is focused on our goals of zero leprosy transmission, zero leprosy disability and zero leprosy discrimination. We work in four key areas to achieve this.
We are a global Christian organisation leading the fight against leprosy. Following Jesus Christ, we seek to bring about transformation; breaking the chains of leprosy and empowering people to attain healing, dignity and life in all its fullness.
Over 40,000 people in the community were screened by health workers and female community health volunteers in Nepal
1 million people heard radio messages raising awareness about leprosy in Niger
The team diagnosed 970 people with leprosy amid conflict in Mozambique
Peter Waddup's Weekly Blog Edition 25: Paris 2024: Running the race with perseverance As we prepare to watch the Paris Olympics opening ceremony unfolding along the River Seine. Where 10,500 athletes from 206 nations will parade through the heart of the French capital, their stories of perseverance and triumph inspiring us all. At The Leprosy Mission, we see this spirit in the young people at our Vocational Training Centres in Asia and Africa. These centres help transform lives, offering pathways out of poverty and enabling youth to achieve greatness. Join us in celebrating the power of opportunity and resilience as you read this week's edition of Waddup this week
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Peter Waddup's Weekly Blog Edition 24: Escaping the violence for a second (and final) time In this edition of Waddup This Week, Peter writes how his heart goes out to our colleagues in Mozambique who are forced to relocate due to escalating violence. For years, this dedicated team has braved dangerous conditions in Pemba to combat leprosy, training local healers and leaders to recognize early signs of the disease. Despite their incredible work, recent violence has made it impossible to stay. As they move south, leaving behind loved ones and communities they've served, their commitment and sacrifices are truly inspiring. Their resilience in the face of such adversity is nothing short of heroic. Let's keep them in our thoughts and support their continued mission.
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Peter Waddup's Weekly Blog Edition 23: I'm begging you to read this! Peter is in Orissa, (India) this week meeting residents of leprosy colonies. In this edition he explains that begging in India is a job like any other, requiring resilience and planning. If you were to encounter a beggar in India, would you see them as hardworking individuals with rich stories? you should as your empathy can make a life-changing difference.
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