Every 2 minutes
Someone is diagnosed with leprosy
Leprosy is curable!
With a full course of multi drug therapy
50% of leprosy cases are in India
Leprosy is also prevalent in Africa and South East Asia
Early diagnosis and treatment
Can help avoid permanent disability
The Projects You Support
The Kothara and Salur Community Hospitals
- The Kothara and Salur Hospitals continue to provide medical care to people affected by Leprosy. For many years, the teams have offered free, life-changing treatment and surgery, giving them the chance to rebuild their lives.
School Screening Blitz in Timor-Leste
- Your support means any cases identified can be stopped from being contagious within 24-48 hours. By finding cases early, we will prevent disability, stop leprosy spreading and bring real hope of eradicating this ancient disease in Timor-Leste forever.
Products That Make A Difference
Grandmothers Country Tealight Holder
On Sale $35.00
Hand Decorated Kashmiri Glass Bauble
On Sale $12.00
Felt Angel Decoration
On Sale $14.00
Grandmothers Country Mug
On Sale $19.00
Soapstone Floral Decorated Bird
On Sale $12.00
Australian Botanical Turban Towel
On Sale $22.00
Bennetto Fair Trade Dark Chocolate with Toasted Hazelnuts
On Sale $8.00
Baby Blanket - Wandering Lamb
On Sale $70.00
Nature Art Activity Set
On Sale $35.00
Animal Ark Bath Towel and Face Wash Set
On Sale $45.00
Australian Made Darcy Writing Set
On Sale $15.00
Christmas Story Pop Up Book
On Sale $30.00
Milk Chocolate Speckles
On Sale $12.00
Backyard Beauties Cockatoos Kitchen Tea Towel
On Sale $14.00
Aussie Animals Season Greetings Card 4 Pack
On Sale $9.00
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