The global supply of cocaine is at record levels, with a similar rise in demand. Check out UNODC's Global Report on Cocaine 2023 for the full data and trends on the routes, modalities, and networks employed by criminal actors: http://bit.ly/3FsdEGB
UNODC
International Affairs
UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) helps make the world safer from drugs, organized crime, corruption and terrorism.
About us
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is a global leader in the fight against illicit drugs and international crime. Established in 1997 through a merger between the United Nations Drug Control Programme and the Centre for International Crime Prevention, UNODC operates in all regions of the world through an extensive network of field offices. UNODC is mandated to assist Member States in their struggle against illicit drugs, crime and terrorism. In the Millennium Declaration, Member States also resolved to intensify efforts to fight transnational crime in all its dimensions, to redouble the efforts to implement the commitment to counter the world drug problem and to take concerted action against international terrorism.
- Website
- http://www.unodc.org
External link for UNODC
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Vienna
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1997
Locations
- Primary
Vienna International Centre
Wagramer Strasse 5
Vienna, A 1400, AT
Employees at UNODC
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Antoine Karam
Chief at United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
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Leslie Ferraz
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Pedro das Neves
CEO @ IPS Innovative Prison Systems / ICJS Inc. | Criminal Justice and Corrections transformation | JUSTICE TRENDS Magazine | Corrections Learning…
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Aimée C.
Project Coordinator, Global Action against Trafficking in Persons and Migrant Smuggling-Asia and the Middle East, UNODC
Updates
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Crimes that affect the environment result in biodiversity loss, pollution and climate change. To #endENVcrimes and achieve Sustainable Development Goals #SDG13 #SDG14 #SDG15 we must reverse the triple planetary crisis. Let's build a future where people and nature coexist harmoniously.
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Environmental crises are often interlinked and rooted in transnational organized crime. On #WorldEnvironmentDay, let’s push for greater collaboration to protect both people and the planet, ensuring justice for all. #endENVcrime for #EcosystemRestoration
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Elephant ivory and rhino horn trafficking have dropped due to strict regulations on the market and law enforcement targeting top traffickers. While we must stay vigilant, these examples prove we can #EndWildlifeCrime. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3UpwV2k
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You can make a difference today. By supporting the UN Voluntary Trust Fund, you're providing survivors of #humantrafficking with essential services and resources to rebuild their lives➡️ www.unodc.org/donate-unvtf #EndHumanTrafficking
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Did you know that over one-third of internet users globally are children? They are particularly vulnerable to online dangers, including misinformation and hate speech. The consequences of children's exposure to these threats are severe, ranging from dangerous behaviors like self-harm and suicide to the perpetuation of violence and discrimination. Here's why protecting children's rights and ensuring their online safety is more crucial than ever: https://ow.ly/92GG50S6Sry
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Forensics plays a crucial role in tackling wildlife and forest crimes. Analysis of non-human biological samples aid in determining that a crime has been committed, ensuring justice for nature. Find out how it’s done➡️https://bit.ly/48sDQMZ #EndWildlifeCrime
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Violence is on the rise: Intentional homicides peaked in 2021, and armed conflicts claimed the lives of nearly 17,000 civilians, marking a 53% increase from the previous year. For more information see the SDG 16 Report https://bit.ly/49buvtH #Partnership4SDGs
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Building a strong emotional foundation for children starts with simple things, like listening to them. On #GlobalDayOfParents, let's celebrate every parent and caregiver tirelessly nurturing their children's health, happiness, and safety. Discover the invaluable resources provided by UNODC’s family skills programs: https://ow.ly/HetS50S47r5