Accra: The New Life Regeneration Foundation (NLRF), a youth-focused nonprofit organisation dedicated to community development and social transformation, has been selected as one of the 15 NGOs by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to aid in the prevention of drug abuse. This selection coincides with the Foundation's activities marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in Ghana.
According to Ghana Web, the selection of the Foundation was a result of the successful training of its volunteers in 2025 under the Universal Prevention Curriculum (UPC). This program, facilitated by NACOC, aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to support evidence-based substance abuse prevention initiatives. The training is part of NACOC's broader strategy to bolster community-based prevention efforts throughout the country.
The New Life Regeneration Foundation, which collaborates with the National Youth Authority, emphasizes the importance of empowering young people with the right skills, resources, and mindset. This empowerment is viewed as essential for building resilient communities and creating sustainable opportunities for growth. Through its programs, the Foundation aims to support young people in transitioning from vulnerability to viable professions while contributing to positive social change.
The Foundation regards the partnership with NACOC as a significant milestone that reinforces its commitment to youth empowerment and community development. This collaboration provides the Foundation with an opportunity to contribute more effectively to Ghana's national efforts to prevent substance abuse among young people and vulnerable groups.
The Foundation is led by Roselyn Sena Gbetanu, an entrepreneur and founding executive of the New Life Regeneration Foundation. She is currently pursuing an Executive Master's Degree in Governance and Leadership at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). Her passion for humanitarian work and her belief in the potential of empowered individuals to inspire and nurture greatness in others have driven her dedication to supporting marginalized and vulnerable populations.