This documentary highlights the journey of RedAid Nigeria's groundbreaking project, "Improving Mental Well-being and Quality of Lives of Persons Affected by Leprosy or Buruli Ulcer," implemented across five states in Southern Nigeria. For 48 months, this project, funded by the Leprosy Research Initiative in the Netherlands, addressed the mental health and livelihood needs of individuals affected by these neglected tropical diseases.

Through innovative strategies such as the introduction of Community Lay Counselors—a novel approach in Nigeria—and vocational training programs, this initiative brought much-needed psychological and economic support to underserved communities. The project empowered individuals, reduced depression levels, and helped build sustainable livelihoods for persons affected by leprosy and Buruli ulcer.

Watch as affected persons, community leaders, and project participants share their inspiring testimonies of how this project transformed their lives, fostering resilience and restoring dignity.

Key Project Details:

Duration: 48 months (July 2020 - June 2024)
Funded by: Leprosy Research Initiative, Netherlands
Implemented by: RedAid Nigeria
Locations: Ebonyi, Cross River, Delta, Bayelsa, Anambra, Akwa Ibom
Project Objectives:

Alleviate the mental health burden among persons affected by leprosy and Buruli ulcer
Provide basic mental health services through trained community lay counselors
Support economic independence through vocational training and livelihood support
Learn more about how RedAid Nigeria is making a difference in the lives of those affected by leprosy and Buruli ulcer.