Father Campbell calls for end to leprosy stigma, support for vulnerable children

Reverend Father Campbell has urged Ghanaians to stop stigmatising and discriminating against persons living with leprosy, calling instead for compassion, acceptance and practical support for vulnerable groups in society.

He said people affected by leprosy deserve dignity, respect and equal opportunities, warning that stigma and misconceptions can deepen their isolation and undermine their confidence and access to support.

The philanthropist encouraged the public to embrace them and contribute to initiatives that improve their welfare.

Father Campbell also appealed to philanthropists, corporate organisations, non-governmental organisations and well-meaning individuals to support programmes that provide vulnerable and street-connected children with vocational and skills training.

He said practical training, mentorship and access to opportunities could help the children develop sustainable livelihoods, become self-reliant and contribute meaningfully to national development.

As part of efforts to improve care for people affected by leprosy, he further called for public and institutional support towards the renovation of the Ho Leprosarium Health Centre, which provides healthcare services to people affected by the disease and surrounding communities.

The appeal comes ahead of a Christmas Concert Fundraising Event organised by the Father Campbell SVD Foundation in collaboration with the Lepers Aid Committee. The event will be held on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Christ the King Parish Hall in Ho, under the theme, “Doing Something Beautiful for God.” Proceeds will support the renovation of the health centre.

Father Campbell described the project as a humanitarian effort to improve healthcare facilities and restore dignity to people who depend on the centre.

He called on churches, businesses, development partners, philanthropists and the general public to attend the concert and contribute generously.

For enquiries and sponsorship, members of the public may contact the organisers on 0243326643, 0256125555 or 0556906660.

He urged Ghanaians to replace discrimination with acceptance and indifference with action, stressing that collective compassion can restore hope, health and dignity while creating better opportunities for vulnerable people.