Urban Leprosy (UL)
Country: Indonesia
Location(s): West Java
UL is implemented in 10 subdistricts in Bekasi District, West Java, partnering with private health sector providers and the health office to increase their capacity in diagnosing, recording and managing leprosy. Moreover, the project endeavors to raise public awareness regarding accurate information about leprosy. Additionally, it engages in advocacy efforts with local governments, urging them to establish a national referral system and allocate financial resources to implement leprosy control programs effectively in urban areas.
ILEP Members involved
NLRAgus Wijayanto
The Leprosy Mission