| dc.description.abstract | The Medan Plus Foundation is a non-profit organization focused on
rehabilitation and counseling for victims of drug abuse in the city of Medan.
Established in 2003, the foundation is committed to providing holistic services that
support the recovery of individuals affected by addiction, with an approach that
encompasses physical, mental, and social aspects. Therefore, a study was conducted
to examine the role of social workers in assisting victims of drug abuse at the Medan
Plus Foundation. This study aims to identify the contributions of social workers in
assisting victims of drug abuse at the Medan Plus Foundation. The study employs
a qualitative method, with data collection through interviews, observations,
literature reviews, and documentation. Informants were selected using purposive
sampling. The results of the study show that the role of social workers in assisting
victims of drug abuse at the Medan Plus Foundation includes: (a) Enabler, helping
victims discover their potential and resources for recovery through counseling and
emotional support; (b) Broker, connecting victims with the services they need, such
as mental health services and support groups; (c) Teacher, providing information
about the effects of drug abuse and the importance of recovery through educational
sessions; (d) Initiator, encouraging victims to be active in their recovery by setting
goals and planning concrete steps; (e) Empowerer: empowers victims to overcome
addiction and build a better life by boosting their self-confidence; (f) Advocate:
fights for victims' rights and reduces the social stigma they face; and (g) Activist:
engages in outreach to raise awareness about drug abuse and supports better public
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