Centre for Adolescent Health and Social Development

12/07/2025

📸 Smiles, Snapshots & Purpose!

We wrapped up our Drug-Free Outreach with big smiles and even bigger group photos! 🤳🏽💥
It wasn’t just a day—it was a movement in motion.

👦🏽 Our audience? Boys—those most at risk, and most ready to rise ✊🏽

🌱 The vibe? Safe, supportive, and electric

🎯 The goal? To spark change and keep the convo going

This isn’t the end—it’s just the opening act 🔥

We’re coming back louder, bolder, and even more intentional. Because every voice matters. Every step counts.

12/07/2025

🎉 Star of the Session!
We love when students show up with brains AND energy 💡💥

One standout champ went above and beyond—participating actively, dropping smart answers, and vibing with the flow! 🎤🧠
Guess what he got?

🎽 Our exclusive Drug-Free T-shirt!
Because brilliance deserves bold rewards 🙌🏽
Let’s keep celebrating curiosity, courage, and commitment from our young stars 🌟

11/07/2025

🎽 Tees with a Message, Swagger with a Purpose!
Our custom T-shirts didn’t just slay—they spoke truth 💬🔥
Designed to vibe with teens and spark convo at first glance 👀💥

Check out the bold prints:
🛑 Say Nope to Dope, Stay Drug-Free
🔑 Your Future is Key, Stay Drug-Free
💀 Substance Abuse is a Silent Killer
⏳ Drugs May Offer a Quick Fix, But Can Lead to Permanent Regret
Each shirt = a walking billboard for awareness + style + strength 💪🏽
Because nothing says "I’m woke and bold" like threads that teach.

11/07/2025

🎙️ Youth Speaks, Future Listens!
When our in-house adolescent champion took the stage, hearts lit up 💡💖

She dropped truth like confetti:
🧠 Adolescents = Leaders of tomorrow
🎯 Stay focused
💪🏽 Stay committed
🌟 Dream BIG and chase it fearlessly
It wasn’t just inspiring—it was REAL.
Because sometimes, the message hits harder when it comes from someone wearing the same shoes 👟❤️

11/07/2025

🎽 T-shirts with a Mission!
We didn’t just talk about change—we packed it in cotton 💥

Our special edition Drug-Free T-shirts went out to:
👩🏽‍🏫 Teachers
🛡️ NDLEA officials
🧑🏾‍🎓 NYSC representatives
Why? Because they're not just attendees—they're champions of the cause 💪🏽
Every tee is a loud message: We see you. We trust you. We need you.
Let’s wear our purpose with pride and spread the message far and wide! 🗣️

10/07/2025

🧠💛 More Than Just Academics!
Teachers 👉🏽 You're not just chalk and lessons—you’re lifelines too!
We reminded every educator (and parent in the room) that true support isn’t just feeding minds 🍲📚—it’s about feeding hearts 💛
👂 Emotional presence
💪🏽 Psychological support
👣 Physical involvement
These matter just as much—if not more—than grades and uniforms.
Your students need you beyond the syllabus 📘
Let’s be mentors, guardians, and soft places to land.

10/07/2025

And because we’re all about sharing the glow-up:
📓 Every student, teacher, NYSC rep, and NDLEA officer walked away with a custom jotter too ✨
It was learning, laughter & legacy, all in one 🔥

10/07/2025

🎉 Quiz, Tees & Big Vibes!

We didn’t just talk about drug abuse—we made learning FUN 💥
Our live quiz had students buzzing with energy 💡🎤
And guess what?
🧠 Correct answers = 🎽 FREE custom T-shirts (Fastest fingers)
Everybody wanted one—but only the quickest grabbed it 👏🏽

It was learning, laughter & legacy, all in one 🔥

06/07/2025

🎤 NDLEA Pulled Up!
When the NDLEA officer grabbed the mic, everyone listened 🎙️👀
From the mad truths about illicit drug use 💣 to how the law deals with offenders 🚓—no one is too young to be held accountable! 🙅🏾‍♂️📜
He didn’t stop there…
🎯 Focus on your studies
👁️ If you see something, say something
🚫 Drug abuse wrecks dreams
We love a moment that blends facts, motivation, and energy—thank you NDLEA! 💪🏽🇳🇬

28/06/2025

👦🏽 300 Boys. 1 Mission. Zero Tolerance for Drugs.

On June 26, we made history at Government College Keffi!

Together with NYSC Nasarawa and NDLEA Keffi, we hosted our first-ever intervention focused on boys to commemorate World Drug Day 2025.

The energy was 🔥 as over 300 boys joined NYSC officials, Corps members, NDLEA reps, and dedicated teachers to take a stand against drug abuse.

🎥 This sneak peek shows the power of partnership, purpose, and positive change.

Special thanks to Tulsi Chanrai Foundation for the full financial support and partnership. With their sponsorship we are able to impact more lives 🙏 🙌 ✨️

💚 Thank you to everyone who made this moment meaningful.



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08/06/2025

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21/10/2024

Posted • Introducing the USAVE Foundation Fellows Online Series!

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be diving into critical topics that impact our communities, featuring five key areas: Water, Sanitation, Hygiene, Climate Change, and Nutrition. First up is Hygiene!

Kicking off this important series, we’re hosting a live session on;
ESSENTIAL HYGIENE: Tips for Confidence, Health, and Safe Eating,’ with the expert guidance of Dr. Odusote, Executive Director of the Center for Adolescent Health and Social Development.

Discover practical strategies for staying clean, boosting confidence, and promoting healthier eating habits.

📅 26th October, 2024.
⏰ 7:00PM
📍 Instagram Live

Stay tuned for more as we continue this journey through essential topics with the USAVE Fellows.
Don’t miss out on this powerful start!