Projects
ISADA: I Stand Against Substance Abuse
A two-year, school-based advocacy pilot programme reaching senior high school students across Ghana.
ISADA is a groundbreaking school-based advocacy initiative led by HARP, designed to empower young people - particularly senior high school students - to make informed choices, resist drug abuse, and transform into positive change agents within their communities.
Recognising that substance abuse - particularly marijuana use - remains a critical challenge among Ghanaian youth, with experimentation beginning as early as 10-12 years, ISADA takes a proactive preventive approach: reaching students at the crucial decision-making stage of their lives, combining evidence-based education, peer support systems, and lived experience to create lasting behavioural change.
Two-Year Pilot
Expected impact
GHS 170,000
Total pilot budget
50+
Schools targeted
5,000+
Students reached
Core Program Components
How ISADA works
Educational Resources & Support
Free exercise books, learning materials, prevention curricula, and peer education guides for ISADA club members.
Peer Leadership Training
Training programmes for student leaders and school patrons to lead prevention activities and support struggling students.
Advocacy & Awareness Campaigns
Student-led campaigns, competitions, retreats, and advocacy activities raising awareness about substance abuse prevention.
Counseling & Mentorship
Professional counselling and structured mentorship connecting students with trained counsellors and recovery advocates.
Academic Excellence Support
Scholarship opportunities and academic support for outstanding ISADA members who demonstrate prevention leadership.
Budget Breakdown
Start-up funding (GHS 170,000)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Program Development & Setup | GHS 25,000 |
| Training & Capacity Building | GHS 40,000 |
| Awareness & Launch Activities | GHS 30,000 |
| Club Resources & Member Support | GHS 50,000 |
| Monitoring & Administration | GHS 25,000 |
Partner With Us
Partner recognition & benefits
- Brand Visibility: Featured on campaigns, materials, and school events
- Recognition: Champion status for youth development and drug prevention
- Impact Reporting: Annual updates showing measurable life changes
- Global Alignment: Contribution to SDG 3 (Good Health) & SDG 4 (Quality Education)