Accelerating Integrated Leprosy & LF Case Finding towards Zero transmission in Kogi and Kwara States, Nigeria.
Reduced burden of leprosy and NTDs in Kogi and Kwara States, Nigeria.
Reduced burden of leprosy and NTDs in Kogi and Kwara States, Nigeria.
Secondary level care referral center for leprosy
The project aims to improve : the quality of comprehensive health services for leprosy through the general healthcare services; the awareness of the community about leprosy, with a special focus on stigma reduction and inclusion; the access to social security schemes for persons affected by leprosy, their household and other persons with disabilities; the NLEP program monitoring and reporting systems for improved program implementation.
To reach out to approximately 75 young people affected by leprosy and help them regain confidence through peer approaches and capacity building workshops.