WillingWay recovery and rehabilitation centre wins Best Holistic and Mental Health Advocacy NGO of the year
The lights shone brightly at the Lancaster Hotel in Kumasi, casting a warm glow over the gathered guests at the 2nd edition of the Ashanti Business Merit Awards (ABMA) and conference night. Among the esteemed attendees were business leaders, entrepreneurs, and institutions that had made significant contributions to the Ashanti region’s growth and development.
As the evening’s festivities unfolded, the WillingWay Recovery and Rehabilitation Centre was announced as the winner of the Best Holistic and Mental Health Advocacy NGO of the year award. Lydia Abena Manu Adofo(Mrs) the Centre’s Chief Executive Officer, beamed with pride as she accepted the award, her eyes shining with gratitude.
In her acceptance speech, Mrs. Adofo expressed her heartfelt thanks to the organizers for recognizing her tireless efforts. She acknowledged that the journey had not been easy, but credited her heavenly strength and the support of philanthropists for enabling her to stay in the industry for nearly 20 years.
Mrs. Lydia Abena Manu Adofo’s dedication to helping individuals overcome addiction and mental health challenges had not gone unnoticed. Mr. Emmanuel Boateng of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce praised her selfless efforts, commending her for her unwavering commitment to the fight against drug abuse.
As Mrs. Manu Adofo stood at the podium, award in hand, she was a testament to the power of perseverance and compassion. The WillingWay Recovery and Rehabilitation Centre’s win was a well-deserved recognition of its holistic approach to mental health advocacy and its impact on the community.
She received the award with the facility’s administrators,
Collins kwabena Gyetuah and Joseph Oppong Senior as well as Nana Amma Owusuaa Alexander James Rabbles both volunteers.
The ABMA event served as a platform for businesses and institutions to come together, celebrate excellence, and acknowledge the hard work that goes into building a thriving community. For Mrs. Lydia Abena Manu Adofo and the WillingWay team, this award was a reminder that their efforts were valued and appreciated, and it would undoubtedly fuel their continued passion for making a difference in the lives of those they serve.
