International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is being observed today (Saturday) to strengthen global action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse.
Observance of the day aimed to raise awareness to fight against the substance abuse as well as the unlawful trade of drugs. International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking was first observed by the UN General Assembly in 1987.
Share Drug Facts to Save Lives is the theme of the 2021 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking aimed to combat misinformation and encourage the exchange of drug facts.
From health hazards to solutions to the global drug problem to evidence-based prevention, rehabilitation, and aftercare.