Cooperation of Government and Private Agencies

Drug abuse and misuse is an increasing and alarming problem. Reports showed that drug abuse and dependence is one of the most frequent causes of psychiatric disorders for men and women. Since drug abuse is an alarming concern, government and private agencies are making concerted efforts to minimize or if not totally solve this problem. This complex and multifaceted problem needs the concerted efforts of the youth, parents, community leaders, school administrators, civic leaders, and law enforcement personnel.

Other organizations are sponsoring drug abuse prevention activities such as:

♥drug fora
♥sports competitions
♥dance contests
♥drawing, poster making, and other contests
♥leadership trainings

Government agencies/organizations have different activities directed to specific target groups. The Dangerous Drug Boards (DDB), the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), the Philippine National Police (PNP), the Department of Local Interior Government (DILG), the National Youth Commission (NYC), and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) have specified duties/activities directed towards drug abuse presentation and control.

With the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 that imposes heavy penalties for offenders, the vigilance of people in reporting illegal drug activities and the concerted efforts of government and nongovernment organizations or agencies, we can achieve drug-free society.