World Drug day 2019: This day is the day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. International World Drug Day is observed on June 26th across the world to raise awareness against drug use. The United Nations first observed on June 26, 1989. On December 7th 1987 the General Assembly decided to observe 26 June as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
This stood as an expression of its determination to strengthen action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse. The theme for this year's International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is "health for justice and justice for health". This theme carries the importance of a comprehensive approach that involves Health, Human Rights, Criminal Justice and Social Service institutions so said by UN Secretary-General Ant³nio Guterres. This initiative was supported by individuals, communities, and various organisations all over the world.
The theme for the year makes us understand that justice and health should be promoted together to achieve our comprehensive goal. It also requires inclusive unaccountable Institutions of criminal justice, health and social services to work together and provide solutions. This will be in line with the international drug control councils, Human Rights Obligations and sustainable development goals.