news and media: news archives 2005
Jim Oehrig Joins American Leprosy Missions Program Department
Jim Oehrig has joined American Leprosy Missions as Director for Program Development. In his new position, Jim will work with ALM’s worldwide partners to enhance non-medical services for leprosy and Buruli ulcer affected individuals, families and communities. He will also monitor ALM’s Buruli ulcer programs in West Africa. Buruli ulcer is a flesh-destroying disease that affects mainly children under 15. Jim was formerly International Coordinator for Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting with MAP International, based in Quito, Ecuador.
