When people hear the words drug addiction, they may picture someone who has simply made irresponsible choices and needs to “stop.” But addiction is rarely that simple. Behind substance use can be curiosity, peer pressure, trauma, stress, poverty, loneliness or a desire to escape difficult circumstances. Understanding these factors does not excuse harmful behaviour. It […]
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At Genesis House, our safe haven for survivors of sexual exploitation, the girls we meet carry stories that began with a right being taken from them. We have watched what happens when those rights are restored. This International Day of the Girl, the world is calling for urgent action to end child marriage and invest
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In 2021, an estimated 1.095 billion people were living with a mental disorder. That is 14 percent of the world, nearly one in every seven people, according to the World Health Organization’s latest report, World Mental Health Today. In the WHO African Region, about 12.9 percent of people were affected. On World Mental Health Day,
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One of the most damaging shifts in conversations about sexual exploitation and violence is the tendency to question the victim before questioning the person who caused the harm. Was she too busty? Was she dressed too openly? Why was she there? Why was she out at that time? Why did she go to that place?
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We recognise that the quality of our impact is closely connected to the capacity of the people delivering the work. Our programmes support individuals and communities facing complex social challenges, and this requires staff who are equipped with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to respond effectively. It was against this backdrop that Freedom Foundation
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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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