INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST DRUG AGAINST DRUG ABUSE AND ILLICIT TRAFFICKING-JUNE-26

INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST DRUG AGAINST DRUG ABUSE AND ILLICIT TRAFFICKING-JUNE-26

                      The International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is a United Nations International Day against drug abuse and the illegal drug trade. It is observed annually on 26 June, since 1988, a date chosen to commemorate Lin Zexu's dismantling of the opium trade in Humen, Guangdong, just before the First Opium War in ChinaThe observance was instituted by General Assembly Resolution 42/112 of 7 December 1987.This important day was created by the United Nations General Assembly to help create a society free of illegal drugs and drug abuse.  The date raises awareness of two important world issues - World Drug Day and theBlue Heart Campaign against Human Trafficking.  Established in 1987, the day is now in its 27th year and its pro-health campaign is stronger than ever.

                      Each year the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) selects a theme for the day, so keep checking back on the official website to find out the details of this year's theme.Events will be held all over the world, from Australia to Vietnam, to look at the effects of drugs in local communities and how we can stop them.  People in society are actively encouraged to participate in the campaign to join the fight against drug abuse. From the dangerous effects of cannabis to the prevention of HIV/AIDS and needle sharing, there will be lots of information available to get educated.  Advice can be provided help to those who need it to guide them to the best rehab centers in their own personal journey against drugs.There are lots of ways to show your support – why not join the Facebook or Twitter group for regular updates?  UNDOC also encourage us to use the Blue Heart logo on our websites, and you can even replace your facebook picture with the Blue Heart logo for the day. 

However, before you download the logo, go to the 'Use of the Blue Heart'page at the official website and check out the terms and conditions. Whether you want to get involved with UN events or organise something within your own local community, there are lots of you can help.At the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking website you can also find out how you can get involved and there's information about the free promotional materials available to promote your events.

                     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.We invite everyone to mark 26 June! It is a unique occasion to take a stand against a problem that affects us all. We count on your support to make this pro-health campaign a success.Share with us information on the events and campaigns you are organizing to mark World Drug Day and send out a strong message against illicit drug use.Once your events are over, you can upload your photographs to our website, using Flickr. Samples are included on this website.

2015 Theme: Lets Develop — Our Lives — Our Communities — Our Identities — Without Drugs The General Assembly recognized that despite continued and increased efforts by the international community, the world drug problem continues to constitute a serious threat to public health, the safety and well-being of humanity, in particular young people, and the national security and sovereignty of States, and that it undermines socio-economic and political stability and sustainable development. It encouraged the Commission and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) to continue their work on international drug control and urged all Governments to provide the fullest possible financial and political support to enable UNODC to continue, expand and strengthen its operational and technical cooperation activities, within its mandates.

Prof. JOhn Kurakar