International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2020
26 June 2020
The United Nations General Assembly in 1987 decided to observe 26 June as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking as an expression of its determination to strengthen action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) selects themes for the International Day and launches campaigns to raise awareness about the global drug problem. Health is the ongoing theme of the world drug campaign.
The Prevention and Treatment of Drug Dependency Act (Act 20 of 1992) and the Prevention of and Treatment for Substance Abuse Act (Act 70 of 2008), provides for the establishment of programmes for the prevention and treatment of drug dependency.
The Central Drug Authority was established as an advisory body in terms of the Prevention of and Treatment for Substance Abuse Act (Act No. 70 of 2008) and is mandated to assist in the fight against substance abuse in the country.
Alcohol abuse is a complex socio-economic issue that requires a multi-stakeholder and integrated approach towards a drug free society.
What you can do
Government calls on all South Africans to join hands in the implementation of the national programme of action against substance and alcohol abuse.
Community support is extremely important to prevent, treat, rehabilitate, and accept those addicted to substances. Help break the stigma and promote faster recovery
Be a good role model and empower young people to deal with life challenges to buffer substance abuse
Be a messenger - provide information on the negative socio-economic effects of substance abuse to bring about behavioural changes
The carnage on South Africa’s roads can be reduced drastically if adults drink responsibly
Don’t drink and drive - Arrive Alive!
Celebrate year end festivities soberly and responsibly: Do not turn a night out into a nightmare
Say NO to drugs
Partner with government volunteer and support rehabilitation programmes to increase access to information for affected individuals and communities
We as PROCARE are here to support you and your family. We also provide counselling via digital platforms (E.g. Skype, WhatsApp video, Zoom) as well as Telephone counselling.
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Sources utilised:
https://www.gov.za/InternationalDayAgainstDrugAbuse2020