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Leprosy in the Bible

Leprosy is referred to several times in the Bible, both in the Old and New Testaments. Jesus is said to have healed persons affected by leprosy and there are a handful of people throughout the Old Testament who are said to have had leprosy.

Mathias in the General Assembly hall of the United Nations in New York
Mathias Duck's Statement at COSP16 (CRPD Conference 2023)

The Leprosy Mission's Global Advocacy Lead's statement, written for the CRPD Conference in 2023

Sudha holds her infant grandson and gives him a kiss on the cheek
Sudha Rani, a fearful and fierce grandmother

Sudha experienced a lot of fear when she was diagnosed with leprosy, but she persevered and is now living a life of happiness.

Charlie is cured! bringing hope to many like him

Charlie was diagnosed with leprosy after white patches were found on his back. His mother was devastated, and the consequences for him included not being able to walk to school or play football. Charlie is now cured thanks to timely intervention.

TLM's Side Event at the UN's CRPD Conference 2022 (COSP15)

On Friday 17 June 2022, TLM hosted a side event at the UN's CRPD Conference, alongside our partners, Disabled Peoples' International

Our Global Strategy

The Leprosy Mission is currently working towards a Global Strategy that runs from 2025-2030.

Karima’s story of lockdown for a person affected by leprosy

Karima has been learning to live amidst the lockdown caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. For her and her family it has become a question of survival.