We are sharing our hemisphere’s perspective on WDP. Role of OAS. For 27 years we have worked with all our member states. CICAD. I am Executive secretary. We have three strategies. Coordinate policies, work on mutual evaluations, offer technical assistance, share good practices with all the countries in the region. Grateful for their presence here. …
High Level Segments
High Level Segment – Council of Europe
Will focus on harm reduction. The right to access to healthcare services is enshrined in international law. Access to risk prevention and harm reduction constitutes a human right. Risk prevention is part of a balanced addiction policy. Many states have made these important part of their drug policies. Harm reduction and risk prevention are effective …
Director of Mental Health and Substance Abuse WHO on behalf of Margaret Chan
The World Health Organization as the directing and coordinating authority for health within the UN system, promotes public health approaches to the problems of drug use and drug use disorders. In doing so, the WHO acts within its core functions which include setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries …
High Level Segment – Statement by OSCE
In today’s rapidly evolving security environment, we are threatened by many complex issues undermining international peace and security. Partnerships are critical. Illicit drug flight should be done under the principle of balanced and shared responsibility. A strategy will be designed for Afghanistan will be an opportunity to promote peace, security and development in the region. …
Statement of High Commissioner for Human Rights
Chair, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you for giving me the opportunity to address this High Level Review. I would like to begin by noting that the Political Declaration and Plan of Action of 2009 reaffirms the unwavering commitment of Member States to fully respect the purposes and principles of the Universal Declaration of Human …
Statement of UNAIDS — HC for Human Rights as well
UNAIDS. amazing progress has been found in AIDS response after three decades. 12 million people with HIV accessing lifesaving treatment. ARV treatment easier to access. AIDS related deaths continue to fall except for drug users. Two regions dominated by IDU. Cannot achieve an AIDS free generation unless we reach most marginalized with compassionate and effective …