The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime was established to implement the UN’s drug and crime programmes in an integrated manner, addressing the interrelated issues of drug control, crime prevention and international terrorism in the context of sustainable development and human security.
UNODC is active in the field related to its mandate in accordance with a number of international conventions, treaties and instruments. These include: The United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC); The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC); Convention on Narcotic Drugs (1961).
UNODC’s work in the Ukraine is based on five normative and programmatic areas of activity:
Through cross-cutting research and trend analysis, UNODC provides timely information that informs the national and international debate on drugs and crime issues, as well as contributes to the development of tools, training and resources for legislators, policymakers, civil society organisations and professionals.
In pursuing such objectives, UNODC makes systematic efforts to increase gender equality and the empowerment of women in order to ensure that men and women, boys and girls have equal access to rights, resources, and opportunities.
UNODC implement its programme in Ukraine with a wide range of partners to maximize impact and sustainability. UNODC works with government ministries and agencies, civil society partners, academia, and in close co-operation and coordination with relevant international partners and international financial institutions.
The UNODC Strategy 2021 – 2025 guides UNODC’s work in Ukraine 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.
The Office is committed to supporting the Member States in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at its core. The 2030 Agenda clearly recognizes that the rule of law and fair, effective and humane justice systems, as well as health-oriented responses to drug use, are both enablers for and part of sustainable development.
