A transformed community
A community delivered from substance abuse and its effects, with people living lives transformed by the love of God.
LIAM Freedom Project
Freedom begins with one supported step.
We walk with individuals and families toward freedom from substance abuse, healing and a life transformed by the love of God.
Who we are
Changing lives. Restoring families.
LIAM Freedom Project is a Durban-based Christian non-profit initiative serving people and families affected by substance abuse.
Whole-person healing
We help individuals and families break free through interventions that strengthen physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellbeing.
Partnership, not isolation
We connect people with reputable rehabilitation, medical care, social work, pastoral support and practical reintegration resources.
Our story
Born from loss. Built to protect life.
The LIAM Freedom Project was born from deep personal loss—but it was built to restore hope and ensure that no family has to face addiction alone.
A family’s grief became a call to action
Our family lost a loved one in tragic circumstances. That loss changed us forever. In the midst of our grief, we made a decision: our community must not lose another son or daughter to addiction without a fight, and no family should be left to struggle alone, afraid or in silence.
That loss became our call to action. We established the LIAM Freedom Project to honour the life of our loved one by reaching people before it is too late—offering compassionate support, practical guidance, spiritual encouragement and pathways towards recovery and transformation.
You and your family are not alone
If you or someone in your family is struggling with drugs, alcohol or another addiction, please reach out. Asking for help is not weakness; it is a courageous first step towards healing and freedom.
Help is available, and recovery is possible.
Connect with Jump Mission
If you are interested in joining a support group, contact Travis Anderson from Jump Mission on WhatsApp.
WhatsApp Travis: 065 962 6878LIAM’s online support does not replace emergency, medical, psychological or professional addiction treatment. For immediate danger, overdose or risk of self-harm, use our Emergency Help page.
Open Emergency Help →Three guided pathways
Support for faith, recovery and life.
Growing with Jesus
A 30-day journey for new believers to relate daily to the Father, Jesus the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Begin the devotional →60-Day Support Journey
A structured companion for safety, healing, healthy routines, accountability and continuing care.
Explore recovery support →Transform U
A daily home for spiritual growth, recovery check-ins, life skills, goals and progress.
See Transform U →How LIAM helps
From asking for help to rebuilding life.
Connection to care
Help with assessment and enrolment into reputable rehabilitation programmes and appropriate professional care.
Recovery support
Physical, psychosocial and spiritual support for recovering individuals and their families.
Safe reintegration
Working toward a halfway house and structured return to family and society.
Community restoration
Awareness, practical household support, partnerships and skills development.
Our team
Compassion backed by experience.
Tracey van NiekerkChairperson • Medical professional & intercessor
Clyde van NiekerkPRO • Business owner & evangelist
Wyola SwartzSecretary • Retired HR professional & spiritual counsellor
Verona PretoriusTreasurer • Pastor & retired regional manager
Claudia RennieCo-opted member • Intercessor
Working together
Partners
LIAM Freedom Project values organisations working alongside us to strengthen individuals, families and communities.
DestinyCare Foundation
LamasDayCare
LRC
Current project on the go
Newlands East FREEDOM PROJECT
A focused community initiative advancing freedom, restoration and practical support in Newlands East.
You do not have to face this alone.
Contact LIAM about rehabilitation pathways, family support, partnership or sponsorship.