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Established in 1966 to help leprosy victims in India, GLRA has expanded its operations to serve those affected by tuberculosis (TB), disabilities, and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD), apart from helping victims of natural disasters from time to time.

The International Federation of Anti-Leprosy Association (ILEP) was founded in Switzerland in 1966, where Mr. Kober along with other like-minded world leaders, played a key role in the fight against leprosy. The formation of ILEP gave a fillip to GLRA and it has been an active member of the Association ever since its formation.

Over the past 5 decades, it has been our constant endeavor to provide medical and social rehabilitation to those affected by leprosy and tuberculosis (TB). With the evolution of our work by implementing 376 plus projects across 23 states & 3 UTs, we have also expanded our operations to include those affected by NTDs, disabilities of any kind, and natural disasters. Further, to overcome the regional and vernacular barriers in a country like India and to ensure services to the affected populations in remote areas, we have partnered with 18 NGOs across 15 states, and implemented 14 direct initiatives. Through our multi-dimensional approach, we ensure that the affected get not only medical rehabilitation but also social acceptance, as the stigma associated with these diseases is very high.

OUR VISION


To establish a world in which no one suffers from leprosy, tuberculosis and other poverty-related diseases and their consequences.

OUR MISSION


  • To support research and disseminate information on leprosy, TB, NTDs and disability.
  • To create awareness about leprosy and TB, and their curability.
  • To collaborate with international organizations for research, and to co-ordinate with partner NGOs in their fight against these diseases.
  • To reintegrate the disease-affected into society and to help them lead a life of dignity and self-reliance.

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What do we do?

We work for

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Leprosy

Leprosy is one of the ancient diseases known to humankind. Despite being declared Leprosy-free by WHO in 2005, India has…

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Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The bacteria is know

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Neglected Tropical Diseases

As per the WHO definition, Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) are a diverse group of communicable...

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Disability & Inclusion

Since our inception in the year 1966, we at GLRA-India, have always strived to extend our services .

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LEPROSY PATIENTS TREATED
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