The World Health Organisation says ‘Leprosy is being eradicated” Its great news, but what about the young people already disabled and deformed, socially ostracised, unable to find employment, unable to be eligible for job skill training. This young woman and 1,000 more are waiting for help.

Leprosy reconstructive surgery is complicated. It’s about reconstructing the tendon and muscles of the hands and fingers, feet and toes. One person may need three surgeries. Because of the deformities, specialized pre and post operative physiotherapy is essential.

NEW HOPE is still the most experienced, well equipped and only such facility in western Orissa to offer corrective surgery to Leprosy affected and deformed young people.