
UN Office on Drugs & Crime
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The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime assists governments & others to roll back global threats posed by drugs, organized crime, corruption & terrorism
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Joined December 2008
Sergio Rodríguez has spent his career defending public resources in Argentina. Through UNODC's Regional Platform, he works with prosecutors across Latin America to share expertise, coordinate investigations and stand #UnitedAgainstCorruption:
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Human trafficking is constantly evolving and so must our response. Law enforcement needs to follow the money and harness new tech to dismantle organized crime. Justice systems should focus on protecting survivors and ensure traffickers are held accountable. #EndHumanTrafficking
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Criminal networks prey on vulnerable people, exploiting them for organ trafficking to profit from their suffering. UNODC is working to expose and combat this hidden crime. Read 8 facts to find out how: #EndHumanTrafficking
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Drug use disorders are taking a staggering toll on people and health systems worldwide. Yet, in 2023, only 1 in 12 people with a drug use disorder received treatment. The #WorldDrugReport urges action: invest in health, reduce stigma and protect communities. Read the report:.
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At Mexico City Airport, staff and travelers are learning to spot and report human trafficking. With safety cards on 154 aircrafts and 90% of the crew trained, lives are already being saved. The mission continues, let’s keep raising awareness to #EndHumanTrafficking.
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Crimes in fisheries harm coastal economies, fuel corruption and enable serious organized crime. UNODC’s FishNET project tackles illegal activities across the fisheries value chain to protect ocean health, security and global food supplies #endENVcrime
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Few human trafficking cases are investigated and even less are prosecuted. Most convictions concern low-level offenders. To truly #EndHumanTrafficking, justice systems must go after organized crime networks and ensure victims are protected and not punished for speaking out.
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“My brother disappeared.”. At just 18, Zana’s brother left Iraq dreaming of a better life. Instead, he fell victim to smugglers and vanished. In 2023, nearly 8,600 lives were lost on irregular routes. Every life lost is one too many. Read his story ⬇️.
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One Iraqi man’s quest to confront smugglers and help migrants
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Competition manipulation threatens the integrity of sport ⚽. Through UNODC's #GlobENetwork and anti-corruption programmes, we equip Mexican authorities and prosecutors with training, tools & simulations to keep the game free from corruption ahead of @FIFAWorldCup. #SaveSport.
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1 in 10 people who use cannabis develop a use disorder. That’s 22.6M people globally. Learn the latest facts and figures in the #WorldDrugReport ⬇️.
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A more humane approach in the Philippines is easing prison overcrowding. "Read Your Way Out" an innovative programme links reading activities to early release, which leads to improved conditions and promotes rehabilitation: #PrisonersMatter.
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Forensics plays a crucial role in tackling wildlife and forest crimes. Analysis of non-human biological samples aids in determining that a crime has been committed and bringing criminals to justice. Find out how it’s done➡️#EndWildlifeCrime
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Airports are often the first stop for trafficking victims. UNODC works with @AerodomRD and trains airport staff & police to spot the signs and help rescue victims. Since 2023, 45 victims have been rescued, nearly half of them minors. Watch to learn more ⬇️.#EndHumanTrafficking.
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RT @GhadaFathiWaly: We recently helped Paraguay safely destroy 16 tons of chemicals used to produce drugs. With @UNODC training and @Stat….
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RT @UNODC_COAFG: Since January 2025, UNODC #Afghanistan has supported 8,613 former poppy-growing households across 9 provinces through alte….
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Illegal toxic waste dumping from mining poisons nearby ecosystems. Stricter laws and enforcement are needed to stop this irreparable environmental destruction. Learn more: #endENVcrime
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