APAL (Association of People Affected by Leprosy) actively participated in the Global Forum held in Bali, Indonesia, representing the voices and concerns of individuals and communities affected by leprosy across Asia.

On 4th to 6th July 2025, APAL (Association of People Affected by Leprosy) actively participated in the Global Forum held in Bali, Indonesia, representing the voices and concerns of individuals and communities affected by leprosy across Asia. During the forum, APAL...

As part of its continued commitment to the dignity and rights of persons affected by leprosy, the Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL), along with the APAL State Committee, conducted a joint site verification visit to two colonies in Delhi

Joint Site Verification Report: APAL & State Committee Visit – Delhi As part of its continued commitment to the dignity and rights of persons affected by leprosy, the Association of People Affected by Leprosy (APAL), along with the APAL State Committee, conducted...

In May and June 2025, supported by APAL India’s national team, the Bihar Committee intensified its advocacy activities. On 2 June 2025, APAL’s Bihar State Committee engaged with officials in Purnia to push for enhanced healthcare and social entitlement access for those in leprosy colonies

APAL’s advocacy in Bihar and the recent government action: APAL’s State Committee in Bihar has consistently stepped up its intervention at both block and state levels. A prime example is its proactive push in early 2024, when the committee formally petitioned...