Author: Rachael Claudius

Community members came together to observe the 73rd World Leprosy Day through a meaningful awareness event. The message shared during the event was simple yet powerful: Leprosy is curable — stigma is the real disease!
While medical treatment can completely cure leprosy, misinformation and discrimination continue to affect the lives of those impacted. Events like these play an important role in breaking myths, promoting early diagnosis and treatment, and building a more compassionate and informed society.
Together, we can help end stigma and ensure dignity, respect, and health for all.

Kamal Shrestha at NLT Office, Nepal.

After years of dedicated service and exceptional leadership, Mr. Kamal Shrestha has announced his retirement.

During his tenure, Kamal has guided the Nepal Leprosy Trust, Nepal, through significant growth. His vision, integrity, and commitment to excellence have shaped the organisation’s culture and long-term success.

As Kamal begins this next chapter, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for his remarkable contributions and lasting impact. His legacy will continue to influence our mission and direction for years to come.

Nepali women making soap at the workshop in Dhankaul in an NLT income generation project

A 15-day Soap and Surf (Washing Powder) Making Training successfully concluded at Dhankaul, Sarlahi District. The training, organized for members of the Vulnerable and Affected Persons (VAP) Group, aimed to empower women through practical skill development and income-generating opportunities.

The training guided the participants through both theoretical sessions and extensive hands-on practice. Over the 15 days, participants learned every step of the process — from preparing raw materials to mixing ingredients, molding soap, and packaging the finished products.

The atmosphere throughout the training was filled with enthusiasm and curiosity as the women engaged actively in each session. For many, it was their first experience working with such materials, and by the end of the training, they had gained the confidence to produce both soap and washing powder independently using locally available resources.

Beyond technical skills, the training also fostered an entrepreneurial spirit among the participants. Many expressed their determination to continue soap and surf making as a small-scale business, seeing it as a sustainable way to support their families and strengthen their economic independence.
This initiative not only enhanced their livelihood skills but also helped build self-reliance and confidence among women in the community. The training stands as an inspiring example of how practical skill development can transform lives and empower communities from within.

Nepal was plunged into turmoil after the tragic “Gen Z Rebellion” protest in Kathmandu on September 8, where 22 young lives were lost. The violence sparked widespread destruction, yet we thank God no religious sites were harmed. Lets pray for peace and healing.
Our NLT-Kathmandu office closed briefly during the unrest, but our hospital in Lalgadh remained open—serving those in need despite low patient numbers. Now, as fragile peace returns, we’re seeing signs of restoration. Few Sunday’s back, the hospital welcomed 791 patients—our busiest day since the pandemic—reflecting the trust our community places in us.
We ask for your continued prayers for the nation’s recovery, wisdom for the new leadership, and progress on our project agreement with the SWC. We remember the more than 70 lives lost and pray for God’s comfort and peace for all who grieve. 🙏✨
#PrayForNepal #PeaceAndHealing

In Nepal, children growing up in communities affected by leprosy face challenges most of us can hardly imagine.
Even though leprosy is curable, the stigma may run deep. Their children may be treated unfairly — denied education, excluded from opportunities, and trapped in cycles of poverty and shame.
But together, we can change this.

Why Your Sponsorship Matters.
🎒 Education & Dignity
 – Your support ensures that children from leprosy-affected families can go to school, gain confidence, and dream beyond the limits of stigma.
💖 Breaking Barriers
 – By sponsoring a child, you’re not only giving them opportunities — you are also breaking the chains of discrimination and showing them that they are valued.

How Sponsorship Works:

– Thanks to your monthly gift of €23, the child will go to school.
– You’ll receive updates and stories showing how your kindness is transforming a life.
– Most importantly, you become a voice of love and acceptance in a world that too often rejects them.

Your Impact:
– Keep a child in school, safe from child labour.
– Replace shame with confidence.
– Help restore dignity to families that have been marginalised for generations.

Together, We Can Break the Stigma!
Leprosy is not just a medical condition — it’s a social burden that unfairly punishes children. With your sponsorship, you can ensure these children are not defined by the disease but by their potential.
👉 Be the reason a child from a leprosy-affected community smiles with hope.

🌸 When you sponsor a child, you don’t just change a life — you rewrite a future.

We are excited to share that Julie will be running a marathon in support of Nepal Leprosy Trust. Julie’s connection to this cause runs deep. She and her husband spent six years living and working in Nepal.

By taking on this marathon, Julie is not only challenging herself but also creating an opportunity for others to join her in making a difference. Every step she takes will be in support of the Trust’s work, helping to provide resources and opportunities to those who need them most.

We invite you to support Julie in this incredible effort through donations.

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