By: Patrick N. Nyewan
Barclayville Grand Kru County — The Ministry of Health, through its Department of Mental Health, has concluded a day-long drug and alcohol prevention awareness campaign targeting students and teachers in Grand Kru County.
The awareness program was held at Barclayville Central High School and P.G. Wolloh High School, bringing together dozens of students, teachers, and school administrators from both institutions.
The initiative focused on educating participants about the harmful effects of drug and alcohol abuse while promoting preventive measures aimed at protecting young people and strengthening communities against substance abuse.
Speaking during the awareness activities, Dr. Moses Ziah II stressed the urgent need for students and young people to avoid drugs and other harmful substances that could destroy their future and hinder their academic progress.
According to Dr. Ziah, substance abuse among young people continues to pose serious challenges to education, public health, and national development. He noted that many youths become victims of addiction due to peer pressure and a lack of proper guidance.
He also urged parents, community leaders, local authorities, and school administrations to work collectively in protecting young people from negative influences that may lead them into substance abuse.
Meanwhile, teachers who attended the awareness sessions praised the Ministry of Health for the initiative, describing it as timely and important to the wellbeing of students in the county. They pledged their support in strengthening anti-drug awareness campaigns within their respective schools and communities.
Students who participated in the program also expressed appreciation to the Ministry of Health, noting that the sessions helped them better understand the dangers and long-term consequences associated with drug and alcohol consumption.
The awareness campaign forms part of the Ministry of Health’s ongoing efforts, through its Department of Mental Health, to promote healthy living, prevent substance abuse, and empower young people to make responsible decisions for a better future.
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