This side event, organised by the International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC), took place on Tuesday at lunchtime to discuss several examples of diversion of drug offenders from custody into treatment and other health services. During his introductory remarks, the chairman of IDPC discussed the reasons why diversion was necessary for drug offences, especially when it …
United Arab Emirates
CND Day 4 – United Arab Emirates’ plenary statement on drug demand reduction
Demand reduction is a key part of the UAE’s strategy. Numerous centres have been set up to treat the drug addicted and the necessary techniques. Post-prison release drug treatment programmes can last up to two years. UAE has made drug education a part of the school curricula and organised seminars for people working in these …