The mental impacts of leprosy are often the hardest symptom to bear. On World Mental Health Day, Peter Waddup, Chief Executive, reflects on Jesus' heart for people affected by leprosy and healing.

As world leaders gather for the UN Sustainable Development Goals Summit, we cannot miss the window for achieving these targets. And across the Goals, the needs of people affected by leprosy must not be ignored.

As global leaders commit to leaving no one behind at the UN High Level Meeting on Universal Health Coverage, this must include people affected by leprosy.