February 2022- Campaign was on-going as of April 2025

The Bawsala Foundation for Sustainable Development is an Iraqi foundation established in Najaf in 2022. It aims to have a presence across the geography of Iraq and is currently active in the central Euphrates provinces. It is officially licensed by the NGO Directorate at the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers.

Key Campaign Achievements

The “Drug-Free Life” campaign succeeded in opening the first compulsory treatment center under the supervision of the Ministry of Interior. A government building in Najaf was designated to serve as a temporary 400 bed center for the treatment of addicts and drug users. This was established in cooperation with the Ministry of Health. This treatment center represents an important step toward providing a safe environment for recovering individuals. It is ensuring they receive the necessary medical and psychological care for their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

There is a rehabilitated 600-square-meter green space within the center. This improves the therapeutic environment and strengthens psychological support. It offers a calm and comforting environment that contributes to patients’ recovery. Additionally, a specialized psychological support room was established. This support room was a collaboration with some alliance organisations. This dedicated room hosts patients’ families. It enables them to meet their loved ones in a safe and supportive setting. It creates a comfortable space that facilitates the rebuilding of trust and emotional connection between recovering addicts and their families. This improves their mental health and supports their full recovery journey.