By Andrew Chokpeleh
Freetown, 26th August, 2026 – The Maada Peter Tucker Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting individuals recovering from substance use through a follow-up visit to the Peace Mission Training Centre (PMTC) Rehabilitation Centre in Hastings. The visit came weeks after the Foundation donated food and other essential items to the Centre, demonstrating that its support extends beyond one-time charitable interventions.
During the visit, Foundation representatives met with beneficiaries to offer words of encouragement as they continued their recovery journey.
The Foundation also presented various prizes to the service users, who had successfully graduated from the rehabilitation programme, recognising their resilience, determination and commitment to rebuilding their lives.
Hindolo Maada Katta, a member of the Peter Tucker Foundation, said the follow-up engagement was also intended to motivate the beneficiaries and celebrate the progress they had made since the initial donation. He disclosed that about 100 service users, whom the Foundation described as “Ambassadors of Positive Change,” were preparing to graduate from the rehabilitation program. He described the milestone as a testament to their resilience, determination, and commitment to rebuilding their lives.
The Foundation also presented various prizes to the service users, who had successfully graduated from the rehabilitation programme, recognising their resilience, determination and commitment to rebuilding their lives.
Katta said the Foundation was inspired by the progress shown by the recovering individuals, stressing that recovery is often a challenging process that requires perseverance and continuous support.
He encouraged the beneficiaries not to allow their past experiences to define their future. He emphasized that every day of recovery represents another step toward a better life. According to him, the Foundation celebrates not only the completion of the rehabilitation program, but also the courage it takes for individuals to choose recovery and begin anew.
He also commended the management and staff of the Peace Mission Training Centre for their dedication to guiding individuals through the difficult rehabilitation process. In addition, he acknowledged the support of the Government of Sierra Leone through the Ministry of Social Welfare, noting that collaboration between public institutions and private organizations remains essential in addressing substance abuse and promoting social reintegration.
The Foundation maintained that meaningful support for people affected by substance use must go beyond occasional donations and instead be built on compassion, consistency and sustained encouragement.
As the 100 service users have graduated, the Maada Peter Tucker Foundation expressed hope that they would remain committed to their recovery journey, reaffirming its belief that recovery, a second chance and a brighter future are all possible when individuals receive the support and encouragement they need.
