India: UNODC Inter-Divisional Delegation holds talks with key policymakers, stakeholders and partners to boost cooperation
UNODC is expanding cooperation with countries of South Asia to develop the next chapter of programming and partnerships, under the framework of a new Regional Programme for South Asia (2023-2027). A senior inter-divisional delegation from the UNODC Headquarters in Vienna, Austria visited India for comprehensive discussions with key officials, policymakers, stakeholders, UN and partners to strengthen national and regional cooperation in South Asia.
Maldives: UNODC, Government of Japan launch three-year project to strengthen maritime safety and security
UNODC and the Government of Japan have joined hands to tackle blue crime in the Maldives, with the launch of a new three-year project aimed at strengthening maritime safety and security. Supported by the Government of Japan, the project will provide comprehensive assistance to the Government of the Maldives in effectively detecting, investigating, and prosecuting cases of drug trafficking, crimes in the fisheries sector, and crimes affecting the marine space. On 08 March, an Exchange of Notes ceremony was organized by UNODC with the Embassy of Japan in the Maldives, to formally launch the project.
Bangladesh: UNODC Promotes Community Policing to Counter Terrorism and Violent Extremism
In Bangladesh, UNODC has partnered with the Anti-Terrorism Unit (ATU) of Bangladesh Police to support community-based approaches to policing--including enhanced research, training, national coordination and regional networking, as well as a central role for women-led policing. Supported by the Government of Canada, the project aims to strengthen a multi-dimensional approach--with a focus on both, law enforcement and community engagement--to prevent radicalization and support rehabilitation and reintegration of those involved in violent activities.
Bangladesh: UNODC launches University-level educational modules to strengthen academic responses to Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants
UNODC—under the aegis of the GLO.ACT-Bangladesh project--organized a national workshop with academics from 19 Universities of Bangladesh, to launch the UNODC University level educational modules and teaching guide on Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants. The workshop also provided an interactive platform for faculty members to use the module in classroom settings.
Thailand: UNODC Hosts Cross-Regional Consultation for Prison Officials from Southeast and South Asian Countries
To promote cross-learning and sharing of good practices, a three-day cross-regional Consultation was organized by UNODC in Bangkok, Thailand, for prison officials from 10 countries of South Asia and Southeast Asia. The consultation brought together senior and operational level prison officials from Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Philippines, Indonesia, Maldives, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, India and Bangladesh to discuss the challenges faced by authorities in providing healthcare services in prisons. The open platform provided an opportunity for attendees to share experiences, challenges, good practices, and solutions on improving health in prisons and detention.
(Supported by the
U.S. Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs)
Nepal: Marking International Women's Day, UNODC brings together public prosecutors to address legal challenges pertaining to rape cases
UNODC, in collaboration with the Attorney General's Office, convened 30 public prosecutors to commemorate the International Women’s Day 2023, with a focused dialogue on trends and challenges in the prosecution of rape cases. This was followed by a community outreach program to raise public awareness around the issue.
Bhutan: UNODC Empowers Law Enforcement Officials to Counter Trafficking in Persons
Through UNODC’s efforts, law enforcement officials in Bhutan have received a capacity boost on countering Trafficking in Persons (TIP). The latest training, held in Thimphu, equipped 46 investigators and prosecutors--28 male and 18 female officials--from the Royal Bhutan Police and the Royal Bhutan Army with the necessary knowledge and skills to tackle the issue of TIP more effectively.
Sri Lanka: UNODC builds law enforcement capacities to prevent and counter online wildlife crime
UNODC Global Programme on Crimes that Affect the Environment, conducted two training workshops in Sri Lanka, on Basic and Advanced Open Source Investigations of Online Wildlife Crime, at Negombo and Dambualla in March. About 43 officials from the Department of Wildlife Conservation, Police, Customs and Public Prosecutors were trained on aspects of preventing and investigating online crime.
(Supported by the
U.S. Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs)
UNODC Global Strategy (2021-2025)
UNODC’s mission is to contribute to global peace and security, human rights and development by making the world safer from drugs, crime, corruption and terrorism. Our new Global Strategy (2021-2025) will equip UNODC to deliver effectively, efficiently and with accountability, elevating our support to Member States to build just, inclusive and resilient societies that leave no one behind. Our interventions pay special attention to human rights, protection of children, gender equality, empowerment of women and youth.
Our activities in South Asia are possible
due to the generous support of:
Canada
European Union
Germany
India
Japan
Joint UN Program Fund
Sweden
United Kingdom
United States of America
UBRAF/UNAIDS
UN Secretary General's Peace Building Fund
Government Partners:
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Sri Lanka
Call for Partnerships:
Impacting Lives with Innovation
Building Back Better from COVID-19: Leaving No One BehindUNODC Regional Office for South Asia has developed a wide range of projects and initiatives on the following thematic areas:
-Building law enforcement capacities against drugs and organised crime
-Addressing drug use and HIV/AIDS -Enhancing multi-stakeholder responses to counter Trafficking in Persons -Engaging young people and educators on crime prevention, integrity, Global Goals and peace with educational interventions
-Promoting family skills to reduce risky behaviours among young people -Countering corruption -Addressing Gender-based Violence
-Strengthening responses to prevent and counter wildlife crime
-Countering cybercrime and promoting online safety
We seek activesupport to enable the implementation of these programs and to scale-up efforts to promote security, justice and health among vulnerable groups in South Asia. Our partnerships aim at building national and regional alliances on our mandates, which are closely linked to national, regional and global priorities as well as the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. Let's join hands to enable and aid large-scale and impactful initiatives that help people lead safer and healthier lives . Your support can make all the difference!
To know more, please contact:
Mr. Samarth Pathak
Communications Officer
UNODC Regional Office for South Asia
Email: samarth.pathak@un.org Cellphone: +91-9811347927
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) assists Member States in their efforts to combat illicit drugs and international crime. Over the past two decades, the UNODC Regional Office for South Asia(ROSA) has been working with governments and civil society in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka, providing specialized assistance to address challenges pertaining to drugs, organised crime, security, justice and health. The commitment to Sustainable Development Goals, human rights and the rule of law is at the core of our mandate.
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Email: samarth.pathak@un.org
