Graham Staines
Missionary and translator in India
Born
1941
84 years ago
Died
January 22nd, 1999
26 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
India
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A missionary and translator focused on serving leprosy patients in India. Spent over three decades providing medical care and advocating for marginalized communities. Established a leprosy hospital and worked alongside local organizations to improve healthcare access. Contributed to translation work, helping to bridge communication gaps within underserved populations. His life and service ended tragically in 1999.
Established a leprosy hospital in India
Provided medical care to leprosy patients
Contributed to translation of local languages
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