NFD (No For Drugs) is a nongovernmental,
non-profit, organization.
Established by Garo Margossian and registered under permit number 345 issued by the Ministry of Interior on July 6, 2006, NFD (No For Drugs) was born out of personal tragedy and years of volunteer work in drug prevention. After losing four friends to overdose and seeing his brother fall into addiction, Garo returned to Lebanon with a determination to provide professional help for drug addicts.
The Lebanese drug market has expanded significantly in recent years, with the emergence of new substances like Speed, GHB, and Ketamine. Drug users are increasingly younger, some as young as 11 years old. These substances are more accessible, found in schoolyards and streets, and their prices are dropping.
Moreover, Lebanese society often views drug addiction as a crime or taboo subject, preferring to turn a blind eye.
The escalating number of teenage and college student addicts and the complex issues surrounding drug addiction will undoubtedly impact the next generation of adults. Despite existing institutions, Lebanon faces significant gaps in space, availability, trained medical staff, and affordable treatments.
NFD is committed to addressing this crisis efficiently. We receive addicts from across Lebanon and sometimes abroad. We engage with each individual personally, considering legal, family, professional, and environmental factors to find the best solution for their case. In the long term, NFD plans to establish a specialized hospital for withdrawal management and a rehabilitation center providing affordable treatment according to international standards.
Our mission is to raise awareness among young people nationwide. We provide guidance to parents and friends of addicts, helping them support their loved ones and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges they face. Most importantly, we are here to remind addicts that their life is their own choice. Even in moments of despair and hopelessness, when they feel trapped and helpless, there is always a path to freedom from drugs—a path to rediscover the ability to dream and create the life they desire.
Commitment to Inclusion
Inclusive by Heart, Inclusive by Action
No labels. No judgment. No barriers.
At NFD-No For Drugs, we believe that every person deserves dignity, compassion, and equal access to recovery. We are an inclusive organization we open our doors to everyone without discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, LGBTQ+ individuals, people living with HIV, health condition, religion, background, and anyone seeking a second chance.
Our rehabilitation and prevention programs are designed to provide a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where every individual has the opportunity to heal, grow, and reintegrate into society.
Here, recovery is built on respect, equality, and hope.