“We are seeking the cooperation and participation of all people … Help us as
we eliminate an ancient scourge: the utterly needless discrimination
surrounding leprosy” Yohei Sasakawa
About SILF
Leprosy affected people, despite the social stigma they face,
are like any other segment of society. Given the opportunity, they are keen
to earn their livelihood with dignity and self esteem. Its time they are not
denied the opportunity to move on…move fast… and move away from the
discrimination and the ostracization plaguing them for centuries!
Its time they are able to hold their head high instead of
stretching out their hands and move towards social
and economic empowerment
they deserve…
Like everybody else! For more watch a
short film by SILF
“Aap jaise hum, hum jaise hain aap!”
SILF proposes to work with employers to open employment opportunities for leprosy affected with the requisite skills. But it is not necessary that all will be absorbed
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Upgrading Skills
Ensuring
access to education is essential to lay the foundation on
which the children of leprosy affected households can build
a better and more secure future ...
Awareness
S-ILF has a multi-faceted approach in raising awareness about leprosy, communications and advocacy activities ...