Bangladesh is one of the poorest and most densely populated countries in the world and leprosy is still a major health problem.

The Leprosy Mission New Zealand has a long and strong partnership in the Chittagong Region which has one of the highest prevalence rates of leprosy in the country. Many leprosy-affected people live in extreme poverty and face stigma and discrimination in their daily lives. Through the following projects we help give leprosy-affected familes a brighter future.

Click on the projects to learn more and read some amazing success stories.

Chittagong Sustainable Development Project (CSDP)- provides leprosy-affected individuals and their families with the skills and knowledge they need to take control of their own lives.

Chittagong Hill Tracts Programme- helps to reduce the prevalence of leprosy and ensures leprosy-affected families have access to vital health services, education about self-care and skills training so they can lift themselves and their communities out of poverty.

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