BEST NACEM FOUNDATION

BEST NACEM FOUNDATION

Leading Human Rights Civil Society Organization

Our Projects

How we make a difference

KA MA MI AWAY FROM DRUG RIGHTS Human Rights Streetism
About us
About us

BEST NACEM Foundation

founded in 2020 by Stephen Nana Afful — is a registered Ghanaian CSO recognized by multiple government ministries and commissions. It specializes in law and policy reform, access to justice, and human rights advocacy, tackling issues such as prison congestion, trial delays, student drug abuse, and alternatives to incarceration. The Foundation prioritizes the rights of marginalized groups, women, and youth. In 2023, it earned regional recognition from the Attorney General's Department and traditional leaders for significantly reducing remand/pre-trial detention and delivering training to prison officers, police, teachers, and nurses in the Eastern Region..

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Community Impact

6 Years Of Impact

For 6 years, Nacem Foundation Has Been At The Forefront Of Human Rights Advocacy, Justice Reform, And Community Empowerment. As We Celebrate This Milestone, We Reflect On The Progress Made And Look Ahead To Shaping A More Just And Inclusive Society.

Collaboration & Partnership
Partnership

About Us

Established In 2020, Nacem Is A Leading Human Rights Civil Society Organization In Ghana That Focuses Its Activities In The Areas Of Human Rights Advocacy, Access To Justice, Law/Policy Reforms, Youth Development, Gender And Inclusion, Cross-Border Trade, Research And Social Accountability.

Our Impact

KA MA MI program All Statistics (2020 - 2026)

Best Nacem's Foundation Impacts

13%
Discharged
36%
Granted Bail
4%
Convicted
Justice work
Community
Team

Our Achievements
(Key Milestones Over
6 Years)

Over the past 6 Years, Nacem Foundation has been a catalyst for significant reforms in Ghana's justice system and beyond.

STREET CHILDREN

BEST NACEM partners the Department of social welfare to reduce street children in Accra under the theme “OPERATION GET OFF THE STREETS FOR A BETTER LIFE” .

EDUCATION ON ILLICIT DRUGS

To support Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and Ministry of Health (MOH) in other to reduce the intake of tramadol which is mostly abused by youth.

TRAINING FOR PRISON AND POLICE OFFICERS

NACEM FOUNDATION TRAINING FOR PRISON AND POLICE OFFICERS. EACH YEAR WE DELIVERY TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR SECURITY AGENCYS TO HELP WITH ISSUE AFFECTING BOTH IMATES AND THE SERVICE PERSONELS AND TEACH THEM HOW TO HANDLE AND GO ABOUT THINGS THE RIGHT AWAY.

THE FIGHT AGAINST TRAMADOL

We want hard and fought againt tramadol in both schools and organizations.

KA MA MI PROGRAM

With this program we have been able to : BAIL GRANTED- 591 People and FREED PRISONERS 43

AWAY FROM HARD DRUGS

JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS = 11 SCHOOLS, NUMBER OF STUDENTS: 6,000, RURAL AREAS = COMMUNITIES: 47 , MEDIA TV AND RADIO STATIONS = 9 , INFORMATION CENTERS = 29

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Our Impact (Programs & Initiatives)

Best Nacem Foundation is driving change through key initiatives that address systemic issues in the justice system and human rights landscape.

TRAINING FOR PRISON AND POLICE OFFICERS

Day Training Program to train Prison and Police officers (investigators) on 29th March 2023. The training which was under the theme “The state of remand prisoner in Ghana, progress, challenges and the way forward” was aimed at identifying the major cause of expired warrant and ways to solve it.

Sucess Story

A success story is the cases of Kofi Nuamah, Micheal Apreko and Oboabi who were on remand for over 4 years for petty offences. Through BEST NACEM FOUNDATION’S KA MA MI project they were all consequently acquitted and discharged..

Justice for All Programme

KA MA MI program

Best Nacem Foundation Facilitators of the state-led intervention providing in-prison helping to decongest prisons by ensuring fair trials for remand prisoners.

OUR MISSION

To create positive change and contribute to sustainable Development through Advocacy for better government policies, access to Justice and respect for human rightsn.

Our VISION

To become a leading Human Rights Civil Society Organization championing the course for Policy Reform, Youth Development and Social Accountability in Ghana..

As we strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those in need, BEST NACEM Foundation relies on the generosity and compassion of individuals like you. Your support can truly make a difference, bringing hope, education, and empowerment to communities we serve..Should you have any inquiries or wish to connect with us, please feel free to reach out

Our Partners & Donors Over the Years

Our impact is made possible through the support of organizations dedicated to justice and human rights.

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Testimonials

Nacem Foundation
our benefectors .

Am grateful for Nacem Foundation coming to my aid..

Christopher Mantey

Getting support from nacem for imates was the biggest supports we could have gotten.

Imates

Nacem Foundation is doing a good job and we appreciate them for that and will give them all the support they need.

Richie

Nacem Foundation helped me to recover from drug addition and i thank them for helping me.

Tramadol Recovery Addict

The tranining and education programs run by Nacem Foundation has helped us alot..

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