Drug abuse is more than the harmful use of substances; it is a growing problem that can destroy lives, families, and communities. What may begin as curiosity, peer pressure, or an attempt to escape stress can gradually become dependence, affecting a person’s health, education, relationships, and future. Young people are particularly vulnerable. The pressure to […]
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Sexual exploitation is not simply a personal tragedy; it is a serious violation of human dignity and freedom. It occurs when someone is manipulated, coerced, deceived, or forced into sexual activities for another person’s benefit. Behind many cases are false promises of jobs, money, love, or a better life. Young people and vulnerable individuals may
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Young people may come from different backgrounds and circumstances, but many share common aspirations: to succeed, become independent, access meaningful opportunities and build a better future. These shared aspirations were at the heart of this year’s International Youth Day celebration, themed “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The seminar, organised by the United Nations Association of Nigeria
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Being young comes with moments of vulnerability. Young people may depend on adults for guidance, education, employment and other opportunities, and unfortunately, these points of dependence can sometimes be exploited. During Freedom Foundation’s UN National Youth Day live session, the conversation on sexual assault and exploitation examined some of the ways young people become vulnerable
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Every year, millions of people around the world are deprived of their freedom through human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Behind every statistic is a person whose dreams, dignity, and sense of safety have been taken away. While these crimes often remain hidden, their impact is profound, affecting individuals, families, and entire communities. Human trafficking is
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Genesis House, a programme of the Freedom Foundation, has joined the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) and the United Nations Organization for Migration (IOM) on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons to walk for awareness in Ikeja, Lagos. The event brought together government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders
Every year, millions of women and girls around the world are exposed to human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Behind every number is a life interrupted, a dream stolen, a family affected, and a future placed at risk. According to UN Women, 10.3% of women globally live in extreme poverty, making many more vulnerable to exploitation
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Imagine watching someone you care about slowly change. They become withdrawn, lose interest in the things they once loved, begin acting differently, and you can’t quite explain why. You tell yourself it’s probably just stress or a difficult phase. Days turn into weeks, and before anyone realizes what’s happening, the problem has grown far beyond
We hosted a virtual conference, Unmasking Addiction: Strengthening Families and Communities to End Substance Abuse, on Friday, 3rd July 2026, commemorating the United Nations International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. In partnership with LagosMums, Adaba Initiative, and TRIL Learning Initiative, the conference brought together parents, caregivers, educators, mental health professionals, youth advocates, policymakers,
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Freedom Foundation Nigeria marked the 2025/2026 Genesis House Graduation by equipping all seven graduates with tailored business starter kits worth over ₦2.1 million, empowering them to build sustainable livelihoods after rehabilitation. Each graduate received tools aligned with her vocational training in fashion design, hairdressing, baking and catering, make-up, or event décor, reinforcing the Foundation’s commitment
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