The Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan 2024 Annual Report is out! 🔵1.3M+ people directly supported 🔵48.3% are women & girls 🔵 US$36M+ mobilized Huge🙏to our donors, UN agencies & implementing partners for your commitment. Read more in our 2024 Annual Report👉rb.gy/kxwhc5 #DeliveringAsOne

#UNODC Country Representative, stresses that the drop in poppy cultivation following the 2022 narcotics ban offers a chance to support drug supply & demand reduction for the benefit of both vulnerable people in Afghanistan & abroad. This is not possible without sufficient funding

On 26 June, #WorldDrugDay, let’s break the cycle of organized crime entrenching violence, poverty and drug dependence. Investing in prevention is how we #StopOrganizedCrime — and build safer, healthier communities. Here’s how: 👇

Ahead of #WorldDrugDay, let’s break the cycle of organized crime trapping communities in violence, poverty & drug dependence. Prevention saves lives — and cuts off profits. It’s time to #InvestInPrevention and #StopOrganizedCrime. 🔁❤️💬 if you agree. bit.ly/WorldDrugDay20…

UN Office on Drugs & Crime and UNIDO are working together to support Afghan farming communities switch from #opium poppies to the sustainable production of #cotton🌱 as part of #AlternativeDevelopment in #Afghanistan.

With the emergence of new synthetic drugs, UNODC equips border units with detection tech to spot hidden precursors. With the right tools, we help countries intercept illicit manufacture before it starts. #InvestInPrevention #WorldDrugDay

As we kick off the #WorldDrugDay campaign, it is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of treatment of people with drug use disorders & provide alternative livelihoods to #InvestInPrevention.

Ahead of #WorldDrugDay, with support from Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan, a 5-day clinical training was held in Kabul on pharmacological treatment of substance use disorders. 24 doctors & nurses from Drug Treatment Centers in Logar, Ghazni, Paktia & Kabul enhanced their evidence-based care skills.

To mark #WorldRefugeeDay, UNHCR, UNODC Afghanistan, AWCCI, & APBHO opened the INSAF Women’s Center in Kabul. The center will help women turn ideas into sustainable businesses. "The center is a space where women feel safe, seen, & empowered," said Arafat Jamal, UNHCR Rep in Afghanistan.

Ahead of #WorldDrugDay, UNODC Afghanistan invited #AlternativeDevelopment MSMEs and vocational skills programme beneficiaries to join a week-long bazaar at UNOCA, organized by UNAMA — a strong step toward promoting licit livelihoods and supporting recovery.

Addiction affects more than individuals; it touches families, communities & futures. This #WorldDrugDay, we’re reminded why sustained support - treatment & care, matters. At Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan, we remain committed to supporting those seeking recovery & a new start. #DeliveringAsOne

On #WorldDrugDay, the #EU🇪🇺reaffirms its commitment to supporting Afghans fight drug dependence. With partners, we support Afghan communities to: ➡️Reduce drug demand ➡️Create sustain. livelihoods This investment in hope & recovery builds a healthier & more resilient future.

“Prevention and preparedness are how we break the cycle of organized crime.” #WorldDrugDay #InvestInPrevention

PRESS RELEASE: UNODC report shows the human toll of drug use and the way forward for #Afghanistan. Press release and report available here:⬇️unodc.org/coafg/en/Resea…

On #WorldDrugDay, let’s renew our commitment to end drug use disorder & trafficking, dismantle criminal networks, & break the cycle of harm—for healthier communities and a safer future. #InvestInPrevention #StopOrganizedCrime

Polleak Ok Serei, UNODC Afghanistan Country Representative, speaks to TOLOnews English about the significant reduction in drug cultivation and the evolving counter-narcotics landscape. Full interview⤵️ youtu.be/0ns2wNBBYjA?si…

UN Office on Drugs & Crime's #WorldDrugReport 2025 reminds us that drug policy responses can have a positive but also a negative impact on the #environment. This is important for #AlternativeDevelopment as crops or livelihoods introduced as part of interventions can have a large carbon footprint.

Radio roundtable discussion supported by JICA - Japan International Cooperation Agency to mark #WorldDrugDay, spotlighting drug use prevention, treatment, & alternative livelihoods — promoting sustainable resilience of affected communities in Afghanistan. #InvestInPrevention Listen⬇️ soundcloud.com/radiokillid/67…

As part of #WorldDrugDay campaign, a cycling race was held on 26 June to raise awareness on drug use prevention & promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles. #InvestInPrevention