News & Events

Posted on 24/05/2010 by ILEP

Dr Pfaltzgraff, who spent many years of his life assisting people affected by leprosy, including through work for ILEP Member American Leprosy Missions, died on 1st March 2010 at his home in Pennsylvania, USA.

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Categories: News and Notes, Nigeria

Posted on 11/03/2010 by IDEA

Founded in 1999, today is the 12th International Day of Dignity and Respect. On this day, people come together to share their own challenges and victories to overcome the stigma and discrimination associated with leprosy.

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Categories: China, International Collaboration, Nepal, News and Notes, Nigeria

Posted on 11/04/2008 by Kerstin Beise/Ira Ekawati and Dr Tahir Dahiru/Mrs Ellie Plomp - de Ligny

Two reports describing how self-care groups are helping give strength and support to people affected by leprosy to take responsibility for their wounds enabling them to participate more fully in meaningful activities.

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Categories: Field Activities, Nigeria