Join leprosy survivor Sailendra in giving lifesaving care to others like him

“Their fingers have withered away. Their entire body has no sensation. They get ulcers, and it has spread to their whole body... Some have lost their vision.”

– Sailendra, Founder of Atma Swabhiman

Shunned by society, hundreds of leprosy-affected people live in extreme isolation, struggling daily to survive. Forced to settle near the burning Jharia coal fire—a blaze that has raged for over a century—they endure unimaginable conditions. Atma Swabhiman, led by Sailendra, a leprosy survivor who grew up in one of these colonies, is committed to restoring their dignity through medical care, nourishment, and compassionate support. Sadly, he does not have the resources to support the patients on his own. 

Sailendra needs your urgent help. Support him.

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A Life of Isolation and Suffering

“When a person gets leprosy, the entire family is banished. Family members were not allowed to take water from the well. They would have to leave their own village and homes.” shares Sailendra.

Leprosy doesn’t just affect the body; it separates families and destroys lives. Generations of leprosy-affected individuals have been cast aside, forced into harsh settlements where they are denied basic human rights and opportunities.

An Urgent Crisis

Sailendra and Atma Swabhiman have helped over 3,000 families by providing essential medical care, dry rations, and other support. Yet, with more than 500 leprosy patients in and around Dhanbad who still need assistance, funds are urgently needed to continue and expand their critical work. 

Many of these patients suffer from advanced stages of leprosy, causing severe health issues like loss of sensation, disintegration of limbs, blindness, and chronic ulcers. Without regular medical attention, their conditions worsen, making daily life a constant battle.

Together, We Can Give Them Hope

Atma Swabhiman believes in restoring the dignity of leprosy-affected individuals through holistic support that addresses both their medical and social needs.

“We are trying our best with limited resources. But we cannot do it alone. We need your support to reach more people in need,” says Sailendra.

Your Support Can Make a Difference

With your help, Atma Swabhiman can:

• Provide essential medical care to prevent further health deterioration.
• Supply nutritious food and dry rations to improve overall well-being.
• Foster hope and dignity for individuals who have been marginalized for far too long.

Donate to this fundraiser by give.do, India’s largest and most trusted online giving platform, to support Atma Swabhiman in providing life-saving medical care and food to leprosy affected families.