Web Desk: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2023 is being observed today.
On this #WorldDrugDay, let's break the cycle of stigma and discrimination.
— UN Office on Drugs & Crime (@UNODC) June 26, 2023
It's time for empathy to lead the way. pic.twitter.com/Knuiklt6g2
This year’s theme is “People First: stop stigma and Discrimination, strengthen Prevention”.
On this year's #WorldDrugDay, @UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres calls on upholding the human rights of people who use drugs, by expanding prevention & treatment programmes and health services.
— UN Office on Drugs & Crime (@UNODC) June 26, 2023
Full statement: https://t.co/RmxHUoA1gX pic.twitter.com/T0PWVzSQ7H
The aim of the United Nations Office on Drug And Crime is to raise awareness about the importance of respecting and empathizing with drug users, offering alternatives to punishment and prioritising prevention.
