Fondation Raoul Follereau

Fondation Raoul Follereau is a French non-profit organization dedicated to the global eradication of leprosy and the treatment of Buruli ulcer. Founded in 1968, the foundation continues the legacy of its namesake by funding medical research, supporting healthcare infrastructure in developing nations, and providing social reintegration for affected individuals. Beyond infectious diseases, the organization addresses broader issues of poverty and social exclusion through educational and economic development programs. It plays a critical role in the World Health Organization's efforts to eliminate neglected tropical diseases through the distribution of multi-drug therapies and the promotion of early diagnosis. The foundation also supports research into new diagnostic tools and potential vaccines to prevent transmission in endemic regions.