The Leprosy Mission International

Founded in 1874, The Leprosy Mission International is a non-governmental organisation based in Brentford, United Kingdom working on health, disability, human rights.

The Leprosy Mission International (TLM) is an international Christian non-profit organisation working to defeat leprosy and transform lives. Founded in 1874, it describes itself as the oldest and largest leprosy-focused organisation in the world. TLM works with people affected by leprosy, partners and supporters, operating through a Global Fellowship of Member and Affiliate countries across Asia-Pacific, Asia, Africa and Europe. Its stated goals include ending leprosy transmission by 2035 and achieving zero transmission, zero disability and zero discrimination. Its work includes hospitals and clinics, research, training and capacity building, self-advocacy, human rights work, and awareness campaigns such as World Leprosy Day and the Leprosy Champions initiative. The organisation is registered as a charity in the United Kingdom and is headquartered in Brentford, Middlesex.