Monrovia— James Koryor, Executive Director of the Global Action for Sustainable Development (GASD), has voiced strong criticism against the Unity Party Government for its failure to adequately address substance abuse as a national public health emergency. In an exclusive interview, Koryor expressed deep concern over the government's fragmented approach to this pressing issue, highlighting the unfulfilled promises made by the President, H.E. Joseph N. Boakai during his first State of the Nation Address in January this year.

In his address, the President acknowledged the growing...

La prévention de la consommation de drogue chez les jeunes conducteurs de véhicules et de motocyclettes à Goma représente une initiative cruciale pour réduire les accidents de circulation, un problème majeur dans cette ville en pleine expansion. En effet, la conduite sous l'influence de substances illicites altère considérablement les capacités cognitives et motrices des conducteurs, augmentant ainsi le risque d'accidents. Les drogues peuvent provoquer des réactions imprévisibles, une diminution de la concentration et des temps de réaction prolongés, rendant les routes de Goma particulièrement...

La phase expérimentale du programme de prévention de l'usage de drogue en milieu scolaire par les jeunes et pour les jeunes, organisée par le CNPWUD, a été un franc succès dans les dix écoles de la ville de Goma en république démocratique du Congo. Plus de 5 000 jeunes ont été sensibilisés aux dangers de la drogue, grâce à des ateliers interactifs et des discussions animées qui ont permis d'aborder les conséquences néfastes de la consommation de substances illicites. Des intervenants, incluant des professionnels de la santé et des jeunes ambassadeurs, ont partagé leurs expériences et ont...

1. Afaayo Anti Drug Abuse Initiative executive Director Afaayo Josephine launched a DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE CLUB at Kennedy Secondary School Entebbe on 14th July 2024. The club is a proactive initiative aimed at creating awareness, preventing drug abuse and promoting a healthy drug-free lifestyle among our students, foster a supportive and inclusive environment where students can make informed decisions and actively contribute to a drug free school.

In a significant step towards combating substance abuse in Liberia, the Global Action for Sustainable Development (GASD), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Federation of Liberian Youth, convened a National Stakeholder Roundtable on Substance Abuse Prevention. This one-day event, held on June 20, 2024, brought together over fifty key stakeholders from various sectors across Liberia. The assembly included government officials, civil society organizations, healthcare professionals, and community leaders, including youth and students, united under the shared goal of...

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The Global Action for Sustainable Development (GASD) commends President Joseph Boakai for his unwavering commitment to tackle substance abuse, declaring it a national public health emergency. GASD acknowledges the gravity of the situation and emphasizes the urgent need for a specialized and dedicated approach to combat drug abuse effectively and efficiently. However, to ensure the success of President Boakai's administration in this fight against substance abuse, GASD puts forth the following comprehensive policy recommendations:

1. Reform of Liberia Drug Laws:

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The Global Action for Sustainable Development-GASD a registered non-profit organization working on evidence-based substance abuse prevention and drug policy reform in Liberia has made the latest call for substance abuse prevention to be prioritized in the county.

According to the GASD Executive Director, James Koryor, if we are address the substance abuse problem in the country, the Government and stakeholders should now focus and prioritize drug prevention to ensure that school going kids and vulnerable youth are safe and prevented from taking in substances by supporting and investing in...

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The AU in collaboration with the South African Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services, UNODC, Central Drug Authority (CDA) are convening a national action plan validation workshop for the integration of the traditional leadership in the country into the drug demand reduction sphere.

The workshop will take place from 14-15 June 2023 in  Johannesburg and follow the catalytic meeting with the Traditional leadership that took place in November 2022. action

This situation analysis assesses the current state and long term impact of substance abuse in Liberia focusing on Drug Policy Reform, Drug Law Enfrocement, Drug Rehabilitation and Prevention. Conducted by the Global Action for Sustainable Development-GASD a national civil society organization.

Liberia is fast becoming a significant transit country for illicit narcotics, the country’s nascent law enforcement capacity, porous border controls, and proximity to major drug transit routes contribute to trafficking to and through Liberia. The recent arrest of 100 million United States Dollars...

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The Global Action for Sustainable Development-GASD has made the latest call for a more inclusive and comprehensive review of Liberia Drug Law to tackle drug trafficking and massive drug abuse among young people in Liberia.

According to GASD-Liberia Executive Director, James Koryor, much has not been done to provide public education on the key provision on the amended portion of the law, lack of inclusive participation of key sectors and stakeholders has also raised more questions and answers in many quarters.

According to the anti-drug campaigners, globally and regionally...

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The policy brief assesses the current and long term impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on substance abuse in Liberia.

The document highlighted key areas including:

1. The Impact of COVID-19 on Substance Users.

2. The Impact of COVID-19 on Drug Treatment Services

3. The Impact of COVID-19 on Drug Law Enforcement

4. The Impact of COVID-19 on Drug Prevention

1. Impact of COVID-19 on Substance Users in Liberia

Reliable and sustainable drug rehabilitation program that provides support for substance users in Liberia is seem far from been realized, owing...