UNODC recognizes the need to promote strong partnerships with civil society organizations in dealing with the complex issues of drug abuse and crime which undermine the fabric of society. The active involvement of civil society, which includes NGOs, community groups, labour unions, indigenous groups, charitable organizations, faith-based organizations, professional associations and foundations is essential to help UNODC carry out its global mandates.
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Through GLOU68, UNODC Civil Society Unit (CSU) is the main entry point for non-governmental stakeholders and serves as a bridge between these stakeholders and UNODC substantive offices, field offices and the Member States. Located within the Office of the Director for the Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs of UNODC, the CSU carries out the following main functions:
The CSU carries out these functions in close collaboration with relevant UNODC substantive offices, including Crime and Economic Branch, Organized Crime Branch, Drug Prevention and Health Branch, the Secretariat to the Governing Bodies, and relevant Field Offices. The CSU also partners with umbrella organizations such as the UNCAC Coalition, Vienna NGO Committee on Drugs, and the Alliance of NGOs on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice.
A guide for NGO participation in the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) and the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ) is available here.
Youth as agents of positive change to support crime prevention efforts against organized crime
In October 2024, UNODC hosted a Youth Consultation ahead of COP12 UNTOC, bringing together 48 youth representatives from around the globe to share their insights on combating transnational organized crime. This webstory, written by two participants, showcases their experiences and contributions during the consultation and the conference. Read more here.
Voices of Civil Society: International Day for the Prevention of and Fight against All Forms of Transnational Organized Crime (TOC) - 15 November 2024
The 1st International Day against TOC is a pivotal moment to spotlight the collective efforts of governments, international organizations, and non-governmental stakeholders in tackling this pressing global challenge. UNODC CSU has partnered with non-governmental stakeholders to showcase their critical contributions through a series of engaging short videos. Watch the videos here.
The International Anti-Corruption Day on 9 December 2024 is fast approaching!
On 9 December the world will celebrate International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD) 2024. To mark the occasion, we are calling on civil society organisations, the private sector, academia, and citizens around the world to stand #UnitedAgainstCorruption. Read more on what can your NGO do and what are the campaign assets available here.
This is the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, in short EBRD
