Anna van 't Noordende

Anna van 't Noordende

Anna van ’t Noordende is a program support and Ph.D. research officer for No Leprosy Remains’ PEP++ project, a study — or clinical trial, depending on the group — that aims to provide new tools to stop the transmission of leprosy. Her Ph.D. study focuses on the social and psychological impact of leprosy and leprosy-related stigma and interventions to reduce this impact at individual, family, and community levels.

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Opinion: Why we need to focus on stigma and discrimination — 5 lessons from the NTD field

Opinion: Why we need to focus on stigma and discrimination — 5 lessons from the NTD field

over 5 years ago // Global health

Stigma is one of the most important aspects of neglected tropical diseases, but it is often overlooked. This op-ed shares practical guidance to help aid workers and global health practitioners recognize and counter stigma and discrimination for people living with NTDs.