Who we are:
Effect Hope (The Leprosy Mission Canada) is a leading Canadian Christian global health organization that partners with others to bring hope and restoration to people affected by neglected tropical diseases like leprosy. These diseases cause illness and disabilities, perpetuate poverty, invite discrimination, and eliminate hope. We are on a Mission:
As followers of Jesus, we partner wit
h others to bring hope and restoration to people affected by neglected tropical diseases like leprosy. Our Vision:
A world where people overcome neglected tropical diseases like leprosy — a world full of hope. What we do:
For about 130 years now, we have been delivering on the same promise: to support people and communities affected by neglected tropical diseases like leprosy to find hope, healing, and restoration. With our partners and the people we serve, we create strategic programs that positively impact the lives of people in need. We ensure that people affected by neglected tropical diseases have access to health care and community support for better mental, physical and social well-being. Why do we do it:
Globally, 1.7 billion people are affected by neglected tropical diseases. They are the world’s most underserved people and communities. Neglected tropical diseases don’t just cause illness and disability, but they destroy livelihoods and tear families apart. These diseases seed discrimination and isolation. Neglected tropical diseases trap people in a cycle of poverty. As followers of Jesus, we cannot stand by and let people suffer needlessly from treatable and preventable diseases. God calls us to intervene in this broken world as agents of restoration and hope. We work with our committed supporters here in Canada and our partners in the countries where we serve to be champions of hope. How we do it:
Health services for neglected tropical diseases are not available everywhere. We work to make sure that those affected by neglected tropical diseases receive people-centred, appropriate, inclusive, and holistic health services, no matter how remote or isolated they are. This includes mental, social, and disability care. We work with communities affected by these diseases to take action to prevent, detect, and seek treatment for these diseases. Through this work, we also erase prejudices that lead to discrimination and leave people isolated. Empowered people and communities can advocate for the services they need. We work with governments, both at local and national levels - to implement changes that are proven to work. When a health system is strong, no one is left behind. We make sure that people affected by neglected tropical diseases are at the centre of this work. Finally, we seek out the best solutions and innovations that make the biggest difference for people and communities affected by these diseases. Whether it’s a new technology, medical discoveries, or just better ways to deliver care based on patient experiences, we work with those who deliver care to do better. The Result:
These actions transform lives today and change the future for generations to come. Together with our supporters and partners, we have done a lot over the last 130 years. We plan to help until we are no longer needed, and we have had a powerful effect. That Effect... Hope
