Antony Samy, a Tata Institute of Social Sciences graduate, has dedicated over four decades to improving the lives of leprosy-affected individuals. As founder of ALERT-INDIA, he leads a mission to defend their health rights and eliminate diseases. With a team of 500+ professionals, he focuses on prevention, treatment, and community integration. He is aiming to eradicate leprosy from India through collective action. Samy’s leadership continues to inspire impactful change and foster a more inclusive society.