SUMMARY

In the present report, the Special Rapporteur on the elimination of discrimination against persons affected by leprosy and their family members, Alice Cruz, addresses the obligations of States to combat leprosy-related discrimination. It examines the principles of non-discrimination in international human rights law and the need for anti-discrimination legal frameworks. In the report, the Special Rapporteur highlights the importance of adopting specific anti-discrimination laws to protect the rights of persons affected by leprosy, including provisions on positive action and remedies. She also stresses the need to ensure the participation of affected persons and their families in legislative processes.