A/HRC/38/42 structural disadvantage of persons affected by leprosy and their family members and empower them; (b) Acknowledgement of equality — eliminate stigmatization and prejudice through strengthened awareness-raising, and promote change in the social perception of persons affected by leprosy and their family members by encouraging their public participation and by disseminating guidelines for the generic use of images, language and contents. V. Conclusions 101. The Special Rapporteur regards the establishment of the mandate as a historical breakthrough that provides a great opportunity to address the widespread, institutionalized and structural discrimination against persons affected by leprosy and their family members. The Special Rapporteur considers this breakthrough as evidence of the United Nations human rights system’s commitment to the realization of leaving no one behind — a goal stressed in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. 102. During the discharge of her duties and in accordance with the mandate entrusted to the Special Rapporteur by the Human Rights Council in its resolution 35/9, she will pay particular attention to the groups that live in more vulnerable conditions to leprosy-related discrimination, giving due consideration to the diversified national and local realities. 103. The Special Rapporteur aims to undertake the mission entrusted to her in a collaborative manner, working closely with States, the United Nations system — in particular, its human rights mechanisms — intergovernmental agencies, academics and the main stakeholders in the field of leprosy, civil society organizations and organizations of persons affected by leprosy. The Special Rapporteur sees consultation and dialogue as a crucial part of her mandate and will offer, as appropriate, technical advice, especially in the area of capacity-building, which is key for the elimination of leprosy-related discrimination. 104. Given the demanding nature of the mandate and the expectations of persons affected by leprosy and their family members, the Special Rapporteur appeals to States, the United Nations system, regional entities and the main stakeholders to join her in her efforts to bring the needed change to the lives of persons affected by leprosy and their family members and ensure that leprosy becomes a positive symbol of inclusiveness in the 2030 Agenda. 19