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Drug Free America Foundation, Inc.

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Drug Free America Foundation, Inc. is a "drug prevention and policy organization committed to developing, promoting and sustaining global strategies, policies and laws that will reduce illegal drug use, drug addiction, drug-related injury and death," according to their mission statement. They are a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations.

According to their website, the following are their objectives:

  • Opposing efforts that would legalize, decriminalize or promote illicit drugs or promote illicit dug use.
  • Encouraging citizens of all nations to strive for drug-free homes, schools, workplaces and communities.
  • Advocating abstinence-based drug education in our schools and teaching our children healthy alternatives to drug use.
  • Educating employers about the dangers of illicit drug use in the workplace and the important role of drug-free workplace programs.
  • Supporting law enforcement and drug interdiction efforts.
  • Promoting cooperation between national and international leaders and governments to develop and implement polices and laws that will reduce drug use and abuse.
  • Improving global communication between scientists, researchers and physicians to advance our knowledge of drug abuse, addiction and treatment.
  • Sharing our knowledge, resources and experience with others working to prevent or eliminate illicit drug use.


Drug Free America Foundation, Inc. Official Website

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