
Global Mapping AIM
MAPPING to find CRITICAL REGIONS
The AIM project finds and maps millions of people affected by Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), like leprosy, in a country. It makes marginalized and sometimes invisible people visible and quickly shows where the need for health care is greatest. The maps show where multiple NTDs diseases overlap and uncover areas with insufficient access to treatment and care. The maps are a critical tool to guide Health Partners to extend limited resources by targeting areas of greatest need and highest risk. The project is presently mapping 7 countries. The map on the left shows the distribution of people affected by leprosy in Nigeria. The red zones urgently need highly targeted and integrated care, such as wound care, training and prevention measures.
budget 2021 : $33,000
Our partners are American Leprosy Missions and the AIM initiative Team.