UNODC

“UNODC’s mission is to contribute to global peace and security, human rights and development by making the world safer from drugs, crime, corruption and terrorism.” Source

High in the mountains of Laos, farmers like Phuperp are cultivating coffee as an alternative to opiu

In Mozambique, over 8,000 cases of gender-based violence were filed in 2024. A UNODC-supported campa

Wildlife crime has contributed to the 60% decline in wildlife populations since 1970. With criminals

Critical minerals are in high demand, but corruption and organized crime threaten supply chains. Lea

On #VictimsofTerrorism Day, we honour those affected — not just by remembering, but by listening. Th

In an increasingly interconnected world, maritime security plays a crucial role in maintaining globa

Are you attending @ticad_official #TICAD9? Join UNODC at these events in Yokohama, Japan 🇯🇵: 📅 Au

Many victims stay silent due to trauma, stigma & fear of retaliation. We must build trust, create sa

The Balkan route drug trade generates up to $13.7B a year, exceeding the GDP of some countries. Bill

Lack of ocean governance creates opportunities for organized crime. We must improve investigation, p

How can you spot chemical weapons at sea? UNODC’s handbook developed in collaboration with the Sri L

Transnational organized crime in Southeast Asia is evolving faster than ever, driven by emerging tec

Overcrowding is one of the biggest challenges facing prisons. Over 60% of countries with data run pr

The illegal waste trade including illegal traffic of plastic waste makes use of complex supply chain

Every day, Police Colonel You Knourn stands on the frontlines at Bavet’s Anti-Drug Department, tackl

16 tons of seized chemicals safely eliminated in Paraguay. With support from @StateINL, UNODC traine

Organized crime uses smuggling flows to traffic people across borders. African victims are most affe

92 wildlife seizures in 15 African countries exposed sophisticated networks trafficking endangered s

In Mozambique, over 8,000 cases of gender-based violence were filed in 2024. A UNODC-supported campa

Since the full-scale invasion in 2022, synthetic drug production in Ukraine has surged, driven by ri

Global trade hit $33 trillion in 2024. And the backbone of this trade? Seaports and airports. But th

92 wildlife seizures in 15 African countries exposed sophisticated networks trafficking endangered s

In a nation grappling with insecurity, young Nigerians are standing up for peace. This #YouthDay, we

Happy #WorldElephantDay Elephant poaching and ivory trafficking are declining due to stronger laws a

How do traffickers & smugglers cross borders undetected? Often through document fraud, using fake ID

Wildlife forensics is key in fighting one of the world’s largest forms of organized crime. From crim

Drug use disorders are taking a staggering toll on people and health systems worldwide. Yet, in 2023

Plastic waste is choking marine ecosystems. Criminals exploit weak controls, mislabel waste and forg

🚨 UNODC in 60 Seconds 🔹 TIP Day: UNODC calls for action against the organized criminal networks dr

Victims of trafficking are often coerced into online scams or drug smuggling by organized crime. Mor

News 📢 Mozambique 🇲🇿 becomes the 46th country to join the Blue Heart 💙 Campaign against Traffick

About 14 million people in Ukraine have been displaced by war. Displacement increases vulnerability

Toxic levels of industrial chemicals like diethylene glycol—commonly used in antifreeze—have no plac

Criminals make billions from protected wildlife, evading justice by avoiding detection. We support f

Action is needed on mental health in prisons. More than 1 in 10 deaths in prison are suicides. This

Meet Sergeant Elizabeth Bolo—breaking barriers in the K9 police unit. For 16 years, she has trained

Responding effectively to wildlife crime is Ximena’s mission. Thanks to UNODC training, she followed

The @UN Firearms Protocol guides global efforts to combat the unlawful production & trafficking of f

⚓️ From the Gulf of Guinea to the Horn of Africa, UNODC is helping turn the tide against piracy. Thr

Overcrowding is one of the biggest challenges facing prisons. Over 60% of countries with data run pr

Cases of scams and online fraud in Ukraine more than tripled in 2023 compared to 2022 driven by an e

To tackle corruption and economic crime, countries in South America & Mexico are updating their prio

Shell companies & fake transactions launder profits, disguise illegal gold & fund harmful practices

Illegal wildlife trafficking is one of the world’s biggest organized crimes. In Cameroon, we support

“Organized criminal networks are behind 74% of detected trafficking cases,” says @GhadaFathiWaly. On

As global supply chains grow more complex, the risks of forced labour in the food we eat, clothes we

Drug cartels in Europe traffic children, using them as spotters or drug couriers. Early identificati

Join the fight against human trafficking. Show your support by adding the Blue Heart 💙 to your prof

“Human trafficking is a horrific crime and a gross violation of human rights,” says @UN @antoniogute

Human trafficking is organized crime, exploiting more people, for longer, with more violence and gre