Over 20% of Liberian youth face severe substance abuse risks, particularly from dangerous synthetic drugs like "Kush." BASA Development Initiatives (BDI) is taking immediate action on the frontlines to deliver community-led counseling, peer support, and holistic rehabilitation services across Montserrado County.

The Substance Abuse Crisis Facing Liberian Youth

In Monrovia's Clara Town neighborhood, a 17-year-old sits on a broken wall, unable to return home. The synthetic drug known as Kush-selling for less than the cost of a single meal-has held him trapped for two years.

This tragic reality affects thousands of young girls and boys across Monrovia and surrounding communities. Following a national emergency declaration, Liberian mothers, community leaders, and educators have united to demand accessible addiction recovery support and proactive substance abuse prevention.

Frontline Addiction Support in Montserrado

BDI operates directly within affected communities in Montserrado to halt addiction before it starts and help recovering youth build meaningful futures:

Trained Peer Educators - Engaging youth directly in high-risk areas to offer guidance and intervention.

Psychosocial Counseling - Delivering trauma-informed 1-on-1 and group therapy sessions.

Community Outreach - Conducting school workshops and neighborhood events to educate youth on drug risks.

Social Reintegration - Equipping recovering youth with life skills and vocational training to transition back into society.

How Your Support Drives Lasting Change

Every contribution directly funds localized prevention and recovery programs for at-risk Liberian youth.

Support Level	Community Impact
$25	Funds 1-on-1 psychosocial counseling sessions for a recovering youth.
$50	Provides substance abuse educational kits for school prevention workshops.
$100	Covers 1 month of vocational skills training to rebuild independent lives.
$250	Sponsors a full community outreach and drug intervention event in Montserrado.

Help Break the Chain of Youth Addiction. Rebuilding lives requires dedicated community action. Support our evidence-based rehabilitation programs today and help create a safer, healthier future for Liberia's youth.

Youth Drug Prevention & Addiction Recovery Initiative in Liberia