DAP Global Initiatives Network
Our Vision
Global Leader in Planning Healthy, Safe and Strong Communities
Establishment of the Drug Advisory Programme as a permanent programme during Colombo Plan’s 23rd Consultative Committee Meeting in New Zealand.
DAP continues to pioneer responsive initiatives the field of drug demand reduction as it partners with countries and organizations to develop and deliver innovative programmes.
DAP identifies emerging challenges in demand reduction and efficiently provides customized, effective, innovative and strategic response.
History
The establishment of the Drug Advisory Programme (DAP) was Colombo Plan’s response to the growing drug-related concerns in the Asia-Pacific region. In 1973, during its 23rd Consultative Committee Meeting, the Colombo Plan council members moved to launch DAP as a permanent programme aimed at implementing initiatives to address drug use.
Over the years, DAP has assisted its member states and non-member states its member states and non-members states to formulate effective policy and craft practical solutions through innovative science-based approaches, and strong and grass-roots partnerships.
With the main objective of addressing drug problem in the region, DAP empowers its partners to identify their priority need and seek assistance that are best suited for them.
DAP operates in accordance to the Colombo Plan spirit which recognizes equality of all people and the right of all nations to move together along the march of development.
Strategic Goals
- Promote rapid dissemination of evidence-based practices.
- Support development of anti-drug policies at all levels of goverment.
- Build strong drug demand reduction partnerships with public and private sector.
- Ensure treatment for populations with special clinical needs.
Values
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Diversity
- Integrity
