Queen Mathilde Received Representatives of the Global Appeal 2026 Initiative
Queen Mathilde received representatives from international organizations working to combat stigma and discrimination against people affected by leprosy.
As part of the launch of Global Appeal 2026 in Brussels, Queen Mathilde received representatives from international organizations committed to combating stigma and discrimination against people affected by leprosy.
Queen Mathilde during the meeting at the Royal Palace in Brussels. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household
Global Appeal 2026 is an initiative of Education International and the Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative, in partnership with the Damien Foundation. The initiative brings together people affected by leprosy with researchers, policymakers, healthcare professionals, and civil society organizations, working together towards a world free from stigma.
The Queen in conversation with delegates. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household
The meeting took place at the Royal Palace in Brussels, where the Queen learned about the important work being done to combat prejudice and ensure dignity for all those affected by the disease.
Queen Mathilde with the representatives. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household
For the occasion, Queen Mathilde wore an elegant green dress from the Belgian fashion house Natan.
The Queen's elegant outfit from Natan. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household
Queen Mathilde during the meeting at the Royal Palace in Brussels. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household
Global Appeal 2026 is an initiative of Education International and the Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative, in partnership with the Damien Foundation. The initiative brings together people affected by leprosy with researchers, policymakers, healthcare professionals, and civil society organizations, working together towards a world free from stigma.
The Queen in conversation with delegates. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household
The meeting took place at the Royal Palace in Brussels, where the Queen learned about the important work being done to combat prejudice and ensure dignity for all those affected by the disease.
Queen Mathilde with the representatives. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household
For the occasion, Queen Mathilde wore an elegant green dress from the Belgian fashion house Natan.
The Queen's elegant outfit from Natan. Photo: The Belgian Royal Household