164 Ikenegbu Layout, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

Office Time:
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Call Us:
0806 476 2493

Email:
info@yabs.com.ng

Youth Leadership for a Better Society

We are committed to promoting youth leadership and advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

Champions of Harm Reduction and Social Justice

Advocating for a world where every life is valued, every story is heard, and every overdose is preventable.

Empowering Vulnerable Populations in Nigeria

We promote sustainable health and Rights programs, improving access to opportunities, healthy living, and lifesaving services.

About YABS Nigeria

Youth Awake for Better Society (YABS) is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) dedicated to creating a positive impact in Nigeria. We are committed to implementing health and rights-based programs that improve access to opportunities, healthy living, and lifesaving services for vulnerable populations.

Our work focuses on promoting youth leadership, advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), harm reduction, and social justice. We believe in a future where every individual has the support and resources they need to thrive.

Our Mission

To promote sustainable health and Rights programs for vulnerable populations in Nigeria, ensuring access to opportunities and life-saving services.

Our Vision

A Nigeria where all individuals, especially youth and vulnerable populations, are empowered, healthy, and able to live with dignity and social justice.

Lives Impacted

Community Projects

Dedicated Staff

Volunteers Engaged

Our Work

Discover the programs and services we offer to empower our communities.

Harm Reduction

Providing non-judgmental services and resources for people who use drugs to reduce health risks and save lives.

Community-Led Monitoring

Empowering communities to monitor and provide feedback on HIV, TB, and Malaria services to improve quality and accountability.

Advocacy & Social Justice

Advocating for policies that protect the rights and dignity of vulnerable populations and promote social justice for all.

Youth Leadership

Promoting and nurturing the next generation of leaders through capacity building, mentorship, and engagement in civic processes.

Our Projects

Explore our key initiatives and projects.

All
Health Services
Advocacy & Rights
Community Engagement
Youth Empowerment

> Youth Empowerment > Advocacy & Rights

Youth Art and Democracy Initiative (YADI)

> Community Engagement > Advocacy & Rights

World Drug Day Awareness Campaign

> Advocacy & Rights > Community Engagement

Empowering Change for PWUD and SW Communities

> Health Services > Community Engagement

Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) Project

Meet Our Team

Meet the passionate individuals driving the mission of YABS Nigeria.

Onyema Ndukwe

Executive Director, Leadership info@yabs.com.ng 08064762493

Dr Christopher Oyamienlen

Program Officer, Programs chris.o@yabs.com.ng 07060901019

Canice Ojiobianu

M&E Officer, Programs canice.o@yabs.com.ng 08108650139

Mary Amaeze

Finance Assistant, Finance mary.amaeze@yabs.com.ng 08115795312

Community Voices

Hear from the people and partners we work with.

The awareness campaigns run by YABS have truly made a difference. They approach sensitive topics with compassion and provide life-saving information that empowers us to make healthier choices. We are grateful for their presence in our community.

Community Member

Beneficiary, Owerri Community

Working with YABS Nigeria has been a remarkable experience. Their commitment to community-led initiatives and their deep understanding of the local context make them an invaluable partner in the fight for health and rights in Nigeria.