Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases

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Our partnership works to control, eliminate, and eradicate neglected tropical diseases & improve the lives of over a billion people

The image features a purple background with the bold white text: "WHAT THE RESOLUTION ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND NTDs CAN DO." Below, it lists four points in white text with a yellow dot preceding each: "Elevate NTDs on policy agendas," "Strengthen accountability," "Mobilise investment," and "Accelerate elimination efforts." At the bottom, there is a curved yellow graphic with the words "UNITING TO COMBAT NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES" and a small heart symbol inside a grid.
A person wearing colorful traditional attire sits on a chair next to a basin of water, a thermos, and a basket. The background features text thanking Malawi and several African countries for their leadership in securing a UN Human Rights Council resolution on Human Rights and NTDs.
The image features the flag of El Salvador in the background. Overlaid text reads: "El Salvador has been validated for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem!" The logo for "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases" is in the top right corner.
Two people are sitting, facing each other, and appear to be engaged in conversation. They're wearing colorful, patterned clothing and head coverings. The setting looks like a stone structure. The text above them reads: "Ending NTDs is More than a Global Health Goal: It is a matter of human rights, dignity, equity, and inclusion." The logo "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases" is at the bottom.
A smiling adult and child stand closely together outside. The text reads, "Ending NTDs is more than a global health goal: It is a matter of human rights, dignity, equity, and inclusion.
A group of people, including an elderly individual engaging with children outdoors, with a joyful atmosphere. Text overlays the image: "Historic news: The UN Human Rights Council has adopted its first-ever resolution on human rights and NTDs." The logo for Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases appears at the bottom.
A person stands outdoors holding a colorful measuring stick in one hand and documents in the other. They are smiling and wearing a polka-dot shirt. Text on the image reads, "The first-ever Human Rights Council Resolution on NTDs and human rights has been proposed at #HRC62.
A serene lake scene at sunset with several small boats floating on the water. In the background, there are silhouettes of trees and low hills, with a soft orange sky above.
A group of people walking on a dirt path in a rural area, carrying items on their heads. The background features lush trees and hills. The text reads, "Climate change spreads disease. Action stops it." The logo "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases" is in the top right corner.
Graphic with text and design elements. The text reads: "The world could see US$342 billion in potential benefits if global neglected tropical disease elimination is realised by 2030." A globe icon is on the right.
Bright and vibrant illustration of the African continent with "Africa Day 2026" written on it. The background features colorful artistic depictions of wildlife and nature. The bottom right corner displays the logo and text: "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases.
Bright purple background with large yellow number "64" at the top. Below, white text reads: "Countries have now eliminated at least one NTD, bringing us closer to achieving the WHO NTD Roadmap goal on NTD elimination!" A red banner contains the text "The WHO NTD Roadmap goal on NTD elimination!" In the bottom right corner, there is a logo and text: "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases."
Image with text stating: "63 countries have now eliminated at least one NTD, bringing us closer to achieving the WHO NTD Roadmap goal on NTD elimination!" In the bottom right corner is the Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases logo. The background is yellow with bold purple and white text, and a pink highlight for emphasis.
The image features the Australian flag as the background with text overlay stating, "Australia has been validated for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem." The logo "Uniting to Combat NTDs" is visible in the bottom right corner.
The image features the flag of Algeria in the background. In the foreground, a purple box contains text stating, "Algeria has been validated for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem!" The logo for Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases is at the bottom.
#WorldChagasDay graphic with text highlighting that over 7 million people are affected by Chagas disease and more than 100 million are at risk worldwide. It emphasizes that the disease is curable if treated early. Includes Chagas Coalition logo at the bottom.
The image features a purple background with the text "Wishing you a joyful Easter." Below, a message reads, "We stand with communities affected by neglected tropical diseases, because hope should reach everyone." At the bottom, there is an illustration of carrots and Easter eggs. The Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases logo is in the top right corner.
Eid Mubarak card featuring ornate purple patterns and hanging lanterns, with a message about ending neglected tropical diseases.
Flag of Chile with the text: "Chile becomes the second country in the world to eliminate leprosy as a public health problem!" The Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases logo is present.
An individual wearing a purple t-shirt with text about humanitarian work; a crowd gathered around a table distributing supplies; a person examining another's eyes in a clinic setting.
The image features large purple text stating "61" and underneath, "countries have now eliminated at least one NTD, bringing us closer to achieving the WHO NTD Roadmap goal on NTD elimination!" The background is yellow, and the bottom right corner has the logo and text "UNITING TO COMBAT Neglected Tropical Diseases."
The image features the flag of Chile in the background. Overlaid on the flag is a purple rectangular box with text celebrating Chile as the first country in the Americas to eliminate leprosy as a public health problem. The text includes the phrase "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases."
A group of people smiling, dressed in various cultural and professional attire. The background is bright yellow with the text "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases" and "Rights. Justice. Action. #IWD2026" displayed prominently.
A person standing behind a woven textile with a wooden structure and palm trees in the background. Text beside them reads, "NTDs are a human rights issue." The image also includes the "Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases" logo.
A view of the room for the side event “Neglected Tropical Diseases as a Human Rights Issue” at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council.
H.E Ms. Madalisto Chidumu Baloyo, Minister of Health Malawi making a statement during the high-level segment of the 66th sitting of the United Nations Human Rights council
This image is a flyer for an event titled "Neglected Tropical Diseases as a Human Rights Issue." It details a side event during the 61st Session of the Human Rights Council on February 4, 2026, at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. Opening remarks are scheduled to be given by the Minister of Health from Malawi and the Ambassador of Malawi. Speakers include government officials from Malawi, Kenya, Morocco, and Burkina Faso, representatives from the World Health Organization, and the National Human Rights Commission of India. The event is organized by Uniting to Combat NTDs, in partnership with WHO, the Commonwealth, the Geneva Human Rights Platform, and the Anesvad Foundation. Logos of these organizations are at the bottom.
Yellow background with large purple text: "60 Countries." Below in smaller black text: "have now eliminated at least one NTD, bringing us closer to achieving." Pink text on a white background: "The WHO NTD Roadmap goal on NTD elimination!" Bottom right logo: "UNITING TO COMBAT Neglected Tropical Diseases."
Promotional image for Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases, featuring the text "New Year. New Ripples of Hope. Join us in making the 2026 a milestone for global health," set against a dark background with a glowing, wavy line representing ripples.
A person in a Sightsavers vest provides hand sanitization to another person at a makeshift station, both wearing face masks for safety.
Promotional image for Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases, featuring a Christmas ornament with a glowing Earth inside it, hanging from snow-covered branches. The text reads 'Peace on Earth, Health for All. Thank you for helping us protect the world's most vulnerable populations in 2025.'
Infographic from WHO displaying a decrease in Guinea worm disease cases from 3.5 million to 15 in 2024, with a bar graph illustrating the significant reduction over time.
Two individuals smiling and conversing while walking in a village street. One is wearing a vibrant pink and black traditional outfit, and the other is in a white polka dot shirt.
A collage of three images: the top image shows three healthcare workers in purple scrubs, smiling with a clipboard; the middle image features a serious individual in a green polo shirt with a logo, standing outdoors; the bottom image captures a healthcare scene where one person administers oral medication to another who is tilting their head back.
Graphic with the flag of Egypt, featuring a news headline from Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases stating 'Egypt becomes the 27th country to eliminate trachoma health problem!'
Graphic celebrating Egypt's achievement in eliminating trachoma as a public health problem. Features the text 'CONGRATULATIONS TO EGYPT for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem!' on a background of the Egyptian flag.
Promotional poster for the ASTMH Annual Meeting 2025, featuring healthcare workers interacting with patients in a medical setting. The event focuses on India's model for vector-borne disease elimination, specifically lymphatic filariasis (LF) and Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL). Details of the event's timing and venue, Metro Toronto Convention Centre from November 7th to 8th at 7:00 AM to 8:45 AM, are included. Logos of supporting partners such as World Health Organization and PATH are displayed at the bottom.