The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched the Global Report on Neglected Tropical Diseases 2025, marking 20 years of global action and data against some of the world’s most persistent yet preventable diseases. The report highlights major milestones achieved through collective effort — from the … Read More >
The ongoing International Leprosy Congress (#ILC2025) has provided a strategic platform for the Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL) to reaffirm its leadership in the global quest to eliminate leprosy. More than just participating, GPZL has actively engaged stakeholders, shared critical insights, and demonstrated the … Read More >
The Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL) is excited to announce its participation at the 2025 International Leprosy Congress (ILC) and the hosting of its Members’ Assembly Meeting, both taking place in Bali, Indonesia. The ILC will run from 7–9 July 2025, followed by the … Read More >
The Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL) is proud to announce the election of two new Representatives of National Leprosy Programmes to its Members’ Assembly (Global Board): Dr. Munirah Abdullahi Onimisi from Nigeria and Dr. Rabindra Baskota from Nepal. Their election reflects the GPZL’s commitment … Read More >
Kathmandu | 8–9 May 2025 Nepal is demonstrating bold political leadership in the fight against leprosy. Our Executive Director, Dr. Ritu Ghosh is attending the Nepal Leprosy Conference, a pivotal high-level event aimed at accelerating national efforts toward a leprosy-free Nepal. She is participating as … Read More >
We are pleased to announce that Ritu Ghosh, Executive Director of the Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL), will be a panellist at the upcoming event “Leprosy in India: Down but Not Out. What Are We Doing About It?” The event, , will take place … Read More >
Call for submissions on the draft of general comment No. 27 on children’s right to access to justice and to an effective remedy
We are excited to welcome Jephiter Tsamwi to the GPZL team as Manager – Communications and Digital Engagement. His experience and commitment will play a key role in strengthening our communication efforts and driving meaningful engagement. We look forward to the contributions he will bring to our shared mission.
We are delighted to welcome Mr. Vickash Chetry to the GPZL team as our new Officer – Finance, Administration, and Human Resources. We are confident that his expertise and dedication will be a valuable addition to our team as we continue working towards our shared goals.
The Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL) is seeking nominations for Representatives of National Leprosy Programs to serve on its Members’ Assembly for a two-year term, renewable once. The term will begin on 1 April 2025.
With the support of GPZL partner organizations, the consultant will conduct a comprehensive assessment of MDT, Clofazimine, Prednisolone, and Rifampicin supply chain challenges in the selected countries, identifying inefficiencies, key barriers, and opportunities for improvement.
Interview with Mr. Amar Timalsina, Chair of the GPZL – Prioritizing People Pillar Group.
End Stigma and Discrimination against Persons Affected by Leprosy On January 30, 2025, Bhubaneswar, capital of India’s Odisha state, hosts the launch of Global Appeal 2025 to End Stigma and Discrimination against Persons Affected by Leprosy. This is the 20th Global Appeal since the first was … Read More >
The theme for World Leprosy Day 2025 is “Unite. Act. Eliminate.”. The theme is a call to action aiming to raise awareness of leprosy, highlight the challenges faced by persons affected by leprosy, and inspire collaborative action to eliminate leprosy.
Many people affected by leprosy (Hansen’s disease) are being denied timely access to life-saving treatment due to logistical failures and funding shortfalls, the UN experts warned today.
Hansen’s disease, also known as leprosy, is not just a medical condition – it affects every aspect of a person’s life. It impacts independence, mobility, and is often linked to deformity, which in turn leads to severe social stigma and discrimination. This stigma creates barriers … Read More >
The Special Rapporteur on the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons Affected by Leprosy (Hansen’s Disease) and Their Family Members is seeking input for her Thematic Report, which will be presented at the 59th Session of the Human Rights Council in June 2025, in accordance with Resolution 53/8.
The Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL) convened a three-day Leadership Team meeting in Kathmandu, Nepal, from October 25–27, 2024. The primary objectives of the meeting were to review GPZL’s accomplishments in 2024 and to discuss ideas for the 2025 business plan. The event featured … Read More >
The Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL) is pleased to announce Dr Ritu Ghosh’s appointment as Executive Director. Based in New Delhi, India, Dr Ghosh will lead in the execution of GPZL’s strategy and support the partners towards achievement of our global objectives and initiatives. … Read More >
The Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy, a multi-stakeholder global coalition, is recruiting an Executive Director whose overall role will be to lead and support the partners towards achievement of GPZL’s purposes and objectives. More information on the Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy (GPZL) can be … Read More >