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When Bel got leprosy, it attacked his body. He was left with physical disability, which made it hard for him to take care of his family. “I have very little arable land,” Bel tells us. “The production is not enough for the whole year. I was having difficulty managing the financial situation.” Bel was talking about his problems with a friend, who had a suggestion. What if Bel took up beekeeping? It takes less physical exertion to produce the same value. Bel was inspired! He proposed the business to his local cooperative that he was supported to join - formed...

Your shopping helps women like Evangeline break out of poverty! It takes a lot to escape poverty. This can be especially true for women like Evangeline. It takes access to an opportunity — and your shopping can provide that opportunity! Evangeline grew up in a leprosy colony. Her father had leprosy and the only way he could get money for his family was begging on the streets. They struggled to get by as a family of six with little money. Evangeline left school after Grade 9 and taught herself how to use the sewing machine at home. She was eligible...

You might ask, what use is $5 for a child like Shanti, threatened by leprosy? The answer is: life-changing! Especially when your $5 gift is multiplied by a new 5:1 Government Grant! When I was in Nepal a few weeks ago I saw the value of $5. That’s all it costs in Jhapa, Nepal to screen a child for leprosy – so the disease can then be cured early with Multi-Drug Therapy (MDT), and lifelong disability prevented. Buying gifts from The Leprosy Mission shop, shows you have a true heart for helping people with practical care. With your support now,...

It’s a whole Cure Package! Lalsari and her son Bishal have spent many long stays at The Leprosy Mission’s Anandaban Hospital in Nepal.  Although they are cured of leprosy now, their initial Multi-Drug Therapy was required for 24 months! That’s double the usual 12 months of daily medicine it takes to be considered cured of leprosy in most cases. Their leprosy bacterial count was still way too high after one year, so they had to stay on it much longer. They feel so blessed that people like you have been supporting them throughout their extended treatment. Their family could have...

The Power of Fairtrade Artisan Products: Supporting the Leprosy Mission In a world where mass-produced items dominate the market, choosing Fairtrade artisan products has become more profoundly impactful than ever. These unique, handcrafted items not only bring beauty and authenticity into our lives but also serve a greater purpose. When you purchase Fairtrade products from the Leprosy Mission Shop, you're not just buying a product; you're making a significant difference in the lives of artisans affected by poverty or leprosy. Fairtrade practices prioritize sustainability and ethical production methods. Artisans use environmentally friendly materials and traditional techniques that have minimal impact...