Located near Cairo, the Abou Zaabal leprosarium has been a center of care and refuge for people affected by leprosy — a disease long stigmatized in Egypt and beyond.
Though medical advances have nearly eradicated the illness, the institution remains a strong symbol of dignity and resistance against exclusion.
Historically, NGOs like ASMAE and Action Damien have supported the leprosarium, providing medical, material, and human aid. These partnerships continue today through awareness and patient support programs, sustaining a vital solidarity network.
Abou Zaabal stands as a lasting commitment where care, respect, and memory meet ongoing public health challenges.
