Bethesda Youth Welfare Centre

Changing hearts...
Transforming lives...
Restoring people's dignity...
We serve! because... we care...!
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About Bethesda

The Bethesda Youth Welfare Center is Nagaland's pioneer Center committed for the upliftment of people affected and inflicted by the twin problems of Drug Dependency and Alcoholism in the State. It is a non-profitable charity Organization came into existence on the September 1, 1987, and was registered under society's Registration Act XXI of 1860, and as amended vide Nagaland (First Amendment) Act 1969, Government of Nagaland with a registration No.RS 3054, Dt.5.2.88 and FCRA Regd..No.164730060, dt.2.5.2002.

Over the years, it has incorporated several other programs in its area of work such as HIV/AIDS, Women and Child Health Care, Rural Development & Health, Research, promotion and Protection of Cultural Heritage, Flora and Fauna as per the need of the time.

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Vision

Rebuilding the decadent society for a better tomorrow.

Mission

Bethesda Youth Welfare Centre strives to bring hope into the lives of our brethren, affected & infected by Drug & HIV/AIDS related problems, the poor & needy through education, rehabilitation and health facilities, and promote socio-economic justice to the marginalized community and create a conduciveness in the environment for promoting wholistic development.

Aims and Objectives

  • To bring deliverance and promote spiritual, physical, mental, educational development and upliftment of the young people who are dying in the stroms of Drug forces.
  • To establish any home, institutions for the welfare, maintenance, treatment, counseling, rehabilitation and development for the wayward young boys and girls.
  • To aid or establish any institution or adopt means for imparting, promotion of any art, science or any other field of education, propagate for removal of social evils, customs or render or promote self-help to overcome any of these evils particularly for the poor or weaker sections of the society in India or abroad.
  • To provide counseling and care services to the displaced poor women and children and their co-dependents.
  • To provide medical and care services to the poor aged people.
  • To provide counseling, referral and care services to the HIV/AIDS and STD infected and their co-dependents.
  • To facilitate, generate and design a program on women & child welfare upliftment issues.
  • To promote education in the rural areas.
  • To revive, preserve, protect and promote the cultural heritage and flora and fauna.

Recent projects

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The trainees visited IRCA, Duncan, Dimapur, and interacted with Mr. Russell Humtsoe. He provided an overview of the shelter home, its services, the challenges faced in rehabilitation work, and its efforts to support individuals struggling with substance use. He shared that more than 1,000 clients have been registered with the centre over the years, and many have successfully recovered and reintegrated into society. The trainees also interacted with four clients who shared their personal experiences, including the factors that led to their addiction and their journey toward recovery. They spoke about the support received at the rehabilitation centre, their progress in recovery, and their future plans after achieving complete rehabilitation. The interaction provided valuable insights into the rehabilitation process and the importance of support systems in recovery. Group B Members Iheiliale Kelie Titus Marak Ngurito.
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The trainees visited the Rehabilitation Centre at Duncan. The visit began with an ice-breaking session aimed at creating a friendly and comfortable environment for interaction with the clients. The session helped build rapport and encouraged active participation among everyone present. Following the ice-breaking activity, the trainees engaged with the clients through various indoor recreational games, including table tennis (TT), carrom, chess, and Chinese checkers. These activities provided an opportunity for positive social interaction, teamwork, and healthy recreation. The trainees observed the enthusiasm and participation of the clients, which contributed to a cheerful and supportive atmosphere within the centre. Through these interactions, the trainees gained a better understanding of the importance of recreational activities in the rehabilitation process. The experience highlighted how such activities can promote social skills, improve emotional well-being, reduce stress, and strengthen relationships among individuals in recovery. The trainees also enhanced their communication, observation, and interpersonal skills while engaging with the clients. Overall, the visit was a meaningful learning experience that emphasized the value of recreation and social engagement in supporting the rehabilitation and recovery journey of individuals. The trainees concluded their fieldwork activities at 1:30 p.m. Group Members: Nenghoilhing Iheiliale Keduvito Thripongchum Titus Ngurito

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As part of our field training, I visited the Bethesda Rehabilitation Centre and the Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) Centre at Duncan Basti, Dimapur. At the Bethesda Rehabilitation Centre, I introduced myself to the staff and gained a better understanding of the organization’s mission, services, and rehabilitation programs. I also had the opportunity to conduct interviews with few clients, who shared their personal journeys of substance use, recovery, and the challenges they faced. Listening to their experiences gave me valuable insight into the realities of addiction and the importance of rehabilitation and support. Later, I visited the Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) Centre, where I was introduced to the services provided for people with opioid dependence. I learned about opioid substitution therapy, counselling services, awareness programmes, and the medicines provided to clients to support their recovery. The role of continuous care in improving clients’ overall health and well-being. Overall, the visit was a meaningful and enriching learning experience. It broadened my knowledge of addiction recovery, harm reduction, and comprehensive healthcare services. I am grateful for the guidance, support, and knowledge shared by the professionals and staff throughout the visit. Member: Bless N. Sangma

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Community Impact Programme Conducted at DIC, Duncan, Dimapur

Campaign for Say no to Drugs

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As part of our field training, I visited the Bethesda Rehabilitation Centre, Duncan Basti, Dimapur. During my visit, I conducted a stress management and emotion management session with the 6 clients using drawing and expressive writing as therapeutic activities. Before the session, I assessed their emotional state and feelings, and after completing the activities, I encouraged them to reflect on how they felt following the therapy. This activity helped them express their emotions in a healthy and creative way while allowing me to observe the positive impact of art-based interventions on their emotional well-being. Overall, the visit was a meaningful and enriching learning experience. It enhanced my understanding of the role of creative therapeutic techniques in stress and emotion management, as well as their importance in the rehabilitation process. I am grateful for the guidance, support, and knowledge shared by the professionals and staff throughout the visit. Member: Bless N. Sangma

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As the saying goes, “strong communities are built by selfless hearts and willing hands”, a healthy and united society does not grow solely through material or structural contributions. It is strengthened by people who genuinely care for one another and willingly to work for the common good. Efforts to bring a meaningful and lasting change in society often begins with small improvements rather than sudden dramatic actions a major transformation is usually the result of many smaller reforms working together over time, though each change may seem limited on its own, it contributes to a stronger foundation for future progress. A one positive change encourages another, people gain confidence, and society gradually moves toward greater justice, unity, and development. In simple words, big change is often the result of many small improvements added together over time.     
Furthermore, we express our sincere appreciation to all our partner agencies, well wishers, volunteers and thousands of friends who keep remembering us in your prayers unseen, unsung but silently deep down in your hearts. It’s our prayers that may the almighty God from above continue to bless each of you abundantly.
Chenithung Humtsoe
Executive Director

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