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Logo of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is a global leader in the fight against illicit drugs and international crime. Established in 1997, the UNODC is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.

History

The UNODC was formed by merging the United Nations Drug Control Programme and the Centre for International Crime Prevention. Its creation was part of a broader effort to address the growing challenges posed by drug trafficking and transnational crime.

Mandate

The UNODC's mandate includes assisting Member States in their struggle against illicit drugs, crime, and terrorism. It provides research and analysis, develops international standards, and offers technical assistance to enhance the capacity of national governments.

Key Functions

The UNODC focuses on three main areas:

Field-based technical cooperation projects: These projects are designed to enhance the capacity of Member States to counteract illicit drugs, crime, and terrorism.
Research and analytical work: The UNODC conducts research to increase knowledge and understanding of drugs and crime issues.
Normative work: The office assists in the ratification and implementation of international treaties and the development of domestic legislation on drugs, crime, and terrorism.

Leadership

The Executive Director of the UNODC is appointed by the United Nations Secretary-General. As of 2023, the position is held by Ghada Waly. Previous Executive Directors include Yury Fedotov, who served from 2010 to 2019.

Global Initiatives

The UNODC is involved in numerous global initiatives, including the promotion of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and the United Nations Convention against Corruption.

Headquarters and Regional Offices

The UNODC is headquartered at the Vienna International Centre in Austria. It also operates regional offices in various parts of the world to better address local challenges related to drugs and crime.

Related pages

References

"About UNODC." United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Accessed October 2023. [1]
"UNODC Mandate." United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Accessed October 2023. [2]

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-'''United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime''' (UNODC) is a specialized agency of the [[United Nations]] (UN) that was established in 1997 through the merger of the United Nations Drug Control Programme and the Centre for International Crime Prevention. The primary goal of UNODC is to assist Member States in their struggle against illicit drugs, crime, and terrorism. As a global leader in the fight against illicit drug production, trafficking, and use, as well as the facilitation of international crime and terrorism, UNODC operates in all regions of the world through an extensive network of field offices.
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
+{{Use British English|date=October 2023}}
-==Mission and Work==
+[[File:United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Logo.svg|thumb|Logo of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime]]
-The mission of UNODC is threefold: to combat illicit drugs, crime, and terrorism worldwide. To achieve these goals, UNODC works on a wide range of topics, including drug prevention, treatment, and care; the fight against human trafficking and migrant smuggling; anti-corruption; crime prevention and criminal justice reform; prison reform and alternatives to imprisonment; and countering terrorism.
-===Drug Control===
+The '''United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime''' ('''UNODC''') is a global leader in the fight against illicit drugs and international crime. Established in 1997, the UNODC is headquartered in [[Vienna]], [[Austria]].
-UNODC plays a pivotal role in the global drug control system, working to reduce both the supply and demand of illicit drugs. It supports Member States in their efforts to reduce drug production, trafficking, and use by providing research, advocating for evidence-based drug policies, and offering practical assistance.
-===Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice===
+==History==
-UNODC assists countries in their efforts to combat transnational organized crime by improving their legal and criminal justice systems. It provides expertise in drafting laws and building the capacity of judicial and law enforcement officers to uphold the rule of law.
+The UNODC was formed by merging the United Nations Drug Control Programme and the Centre for International Crime Prevention. Its creation was part of a broader effort to address the growing challenges posed by drug trafficking and transnational crime.
-===Terrorism Prevention===
+==Mandate==
-UNODC also works to prevent terrorism by helping Member States to implement the UN's global counter-terrorism strategies. This includes providing legal assistance, building the capacity of national criminal justice systems, and promoting regional and international cooperation.
+The UNODC's mandate includes assisting Member States in their struggle against illicit drugs, crime, and terrorism. It provides research and analysis, develops international standards, and offers technical assistance to enhance the capacity of national governments.
-==Structure==
+==Key Functions==
-UNODC is headquartered in Vienna, Austria, and operates worldwide with field offices in various countries. It is governed by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) and the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ), which are policy-making bodies that report to ECOSOC.
+The UNODC focuses on three main areas:
-==Funding==
+* '''Field-based technical cooperation projects''': These projects are designed to enhance the capacity of Member States to counteract illicit drugs, crime, and terrorism.
-UNODC's work is funded through voluntary contributions from Member States, international organizations, and other donors. The organization also collaborates with other UN agencies, international financial institutions, and civil society to achieve its objectives.
+* '''Research and analytical work''': The UNODC conducts research to increase knowledge and understanding of drugs and crime issues.
+* '''Normative work''': The office assists in the ratification and implementation of international treaties and the development of domestic legislation on drugs, crime, and terrorism.
-==Challenges and Criticisms==
+==Leadership==
-Despite its efforts, UNODC faces challenges and criticisms, including the effectiveness of the global drug control regime, the balance between law enforcement and human rights, and the need for more comprehensive approaches to drug policy that include public health perspectives.
+[[File:Yury Fedotov (01113312) (9775899852).jpg|thumb|Yury Fedotov, former Executive Director of the UNODC]]
+The Executive Director of the UNODC is appointed by the [[United Nations Secretary-General]]. As of 2023, the position is held by [[Ghada Waly]]. Previous Executive Directors include [[Yury Fedotov]], who served from 2010 to 2019.
-==Conclusion==
+==Global Initiatives==
-The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime plays a crucial role in the global fight against illicit drugs, crime, and terrorism. Through its comprehensive approach that includes research, policy development, and on-the-ground assistance, UNODC supports Member States in their efforts to promote security and justice for their citizens.
+The UNODC is involved in numerous global initiatives, including the promotion of the [[United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime]] and the [[United Nations Convention against Corruption]].
-[[Category:United Nations]]
+==Headquarters and Regional Offices==
-[[Category:International organizations]]
+[[File:Austria august2010 0073.jpg|thumb|The Vienna International Centre, home to the UNODC headquarters]]
+The UNODC is headquartered at the [[Vienna International Centre]] in Austria. It also operates regional offices in various parts of the world to better address local challenges related to drugs and crime.
+==Related pages==
+* [[United Nations Office at Vienna]]
+* [[United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances]]
+* [[United Nations Convention against Corruption]]
+==References==
+* "About UNODC." United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Accessed October 2023. [https://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/about-unodc/index.html]
+* "UNODC Mandate." United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Accessed October 2023. [https://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/about-unodc/mandate.html]
+[[Category:United Nations agencies]]
 [[Category:Drug control law]]
-[[Category:Organized crime]]
+[[Category:Organizations established in 1997]]
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