Projects

Support to National Leprosy Control Programme and to National Referral Centre of Cumura. Includes training, monitoring, and active case detection.

Improved quality and sustainability of leprosy, NTD & disability services CSL Danja Referral hospital and in Maradi Region

This project provides support throughout the continuum of care: active case finding, facilitation into treatment, complications management, ulcer care, footwear distribution, pre- / post -operative care for reconstructive surgeries; prevention of disability, socio-economic rehabilitation and promotion of patients’ rights through […]

Support for the implementation of the Provincial leprosy Control programme

Nationwide Leprosy Control Program with 9 establishments for disease consultations. Active and Passive case detection by technical field staff. Training of medical and nursing student about leprosy and discrimination. Promotion and inclusion of leprosy-affected individuals in social assistance programs. The […]

Naini hospital is a renowned leprosy hospital providing quality tertiary care for patients with leprosy, as well as other diseases including skin diseases, diabetes, and cardiac diseases. Naini hospital also provides a wide range of outreach services providing medical care […]

Reduce transmission through PEP-SDR approach

Reduce transmission through PEP-SDR approach

Planning, conducting quality and innovative Leprosy research according to international scientific standards; Promote partnership that addresses global leprosy research targets, working with existing or new collaborators worldwide; Disseminate the information and findings of the initiatives at national and international level.

People with disabilities (including people with leprosy) in Joyphurhat and Gaibandha area have access to their rights and experience full participation in social and economic life, and are represented by sustainable and functioning organizations.

Teritiary level care center for leprosy

Customised footwear provision to the residents of leprosy colonies. Training of the people affected and family members on self-care practice and promotion of health seeking behaviour. Supporting the empowerment of the people affected, through collaboration with their State and District […]

Reduction in stigma, improved early detection and support for people affected by leprosy in communities through the engagement of faith leaders as well as the establishment of Organisations of People Affected by Leprosy and support for their inner wellbeing

Customised footwear provision to the residents of leprosy colonies. Training of the people affected and family members on self-care practice and promotion of health seeking behaviour. Supporting the empowerment of the people affected, through collaboration with their State and District […]

This project aims to improve social communication and mobilize community and health department partners to improve leprosy case detection and treatment

The aim is to assess adherence levels (quantiative), and contributory factors (qualiative), to MDT adherence among 160-200 patients currently on MDT treatment in three Referral Centres, and make recommendations on how to appropriately improve MDT adherence .

To provide mental health services in a more institutionalized manner to improve the mental and physical health of people affected by leprosy in a more sustainable manner.

Mental Wellebing project that provides community counselling through trained volunteers, professional structured counselling and referrals to govermental mental health services in Bogura. Additional activities include ulcer care, training, capacity building of federations and advocay with local authorities.

Innovative DNA amplification and sequencing technologies for detection and surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in leprosy.

Study into the experiences of mental health difficulties and understandings of recovery for individuals living with Leprosy in India

A pilot research study to understand the impact of migration among people affected by leprosy and its consequences on treatment and other health seeking behavior in four states in India. Recommended policy guidelines will be developed along with a data […]

Manufacture of micro cellular rubber

Case detection + Awareness campaigns + Care, leprosy treatment (PCT) and complication and hospitalisation + Shoes manufacturing

Provision of Sustainable Leprosy and Disability Service at Mawlamyine Christian Leprosy Hospital (MCLH)

The project aims at improving access to quality services for the population of the Yoko and Malentouen health districts and continue support to Bankim health district for the care of NTDs (leprosy,yaws and Buruli ulcers), people living with disabilities, Reinforce […]

Case detection; care and hospitalisation for leprosy treatment and complications; and shoe manufacturing.

Teritiary level care center for leprosy

To contribute towards reducing the burden of both leprosy and TB and contribute in spreading awareness through various ACSM activities including diversified services.

Support for the implementation of the Provincial leprosy Control programme

Strengthen health system in the National Programme for control of leprosy and other Neglected Diseases and social, health and economic assistance to leprosy affected persons and their families.

The Primary Objective is compare the effectiveness of footwear made using standard MCR footwear and enhanced MCR footwear tailored according to baropodometric assessment taken at the community level, in terms of change in the number of weeks per year spent […]

Integration of TB and leprosy cae, main activities: training of health staff, active case finding, operational research

To prevent disability in people affected by leprosy, reduce leprosy transmission and address issues of dignity by strengthening on-going control and treatment services.

OPD Service, diagnostic and follow up

Empowering of people affected by leprosy and disability in various life skills.

Reduction in leprosy transmission in Kasai, Kasai central and South Kivu endemic health zones with combined approach of PEP;

Long-term investment (LTI) Project focuses on improving POs capacity (LF Funded Projects) on therapy services, promoting ‘Welcome to School’ and project data management.The activities include Scholarship for Therapist, Adoption of WtS toolkit and Piloting, and Provision stimulant grant for start-up […]

Church Mobilisation in leprosy awareness, inclusion of people living with disability

ALM is currently conducting a safety trial (Phase 1b/2a) to transition the defined subunit vaccine, LepVax, into M. leprae-infected individuals in a leprosy-endemic country.

ALM is providing support to the Leprosy Program for key activities included in the Zero Leprosy Action Plan