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

Corrupt people try to hide stolen money, but we can still get it back. Learn how we can recover the

Right now, somewhere in the world, someone is being trafficked. Someone is locked behind bars withou

At age 62, Emeka had spent six years in Maiduguri prison, where every day felt the same, until one m

Does international cooperation really matter in fighting crime? In a world where crimes cross border

Next week, the world unites to shape the future of crime prevention and justice. At #CCPCJ34, Member

Integrity is the kryptonite to corruption. When young people uphold strong values, they help build a

Think you can spot a scam? Think again. From identity theft to fake investment, organized fraud is e

Paraguay hit a milestone in tackling illicit drug production, with 2,200+ kg of chemicals used to ma

🚨 UNODC in 60 Seconds 🔹 Southeast Asia: new UNODC report on cyber fraud networks expanding globall

The fisheries sector lags behind in transparency and oversight, but the stakes are high – including

Fighting corruption needs all of us — especially young people. Through the #YouthLED Integrity Advis

Enhancing maritime safety around Haiti is key to fighting organized crime. 16 Haitian Coast Guard of

What is prison and penal reform? And why is it important? ⬇️

Driven by billions in illicit profits, cyber-enabled fraud in Southeast Asia has gone industrial, sh

In 2024, UNODC helped make our seas safer. With our partners, we: ✔️ Supported 100+ countries ✔️ Tra

COVID-19 | SARS | MERS | mpox: wildlife can spread diseases to domestic animals and humans. The SAFE

What is Security Sector Reform? @UN_SSR helps build accountable, inclusive security institutions—lik

Corruption cases involve more than just bribes. Investigators use undercover operations, electronic

🚨 AI is helping detect unreported violence against women. A UNODC & @INEGI_INFORMA project in Mexic

A day with Asma Kidarm starts at sunrise with leading Coast Guard drills. By mid-morning, she’s divi

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

Wildlife forensic science plays a crucial role, linking crimes to suspects through evidence. It’s vi

Meet Nigeria’s Wildlife Champions! Zulaikha led 17 volunteers to engage 500 students in conservation

Drug trafficking along the Mauritania–Senegal border threatens security and stability. @UNODC_WCAfri

Human traffickers and migrant smugglers use digital platforms to advertise, recruit and exploit — bu

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

20 NGO initiatives across 5 regions have been awarded funding by @unvtf_tip to provide direct assist

Who really benefits from fishing rights and licenses? Without transparency, corruption and crime in

How do you handle a wildlife crime scene? First responders need the right skills to protect evidence

The future depends on today’s young people rejecting corruption and upholidng strong values. Transpa

☕️ This coffee was almost heroin. In the Golden Triangle—one of the world’s largest drug trafficking

UNODC supports teachers in sparking ethical conversations in classrooms. Through the Connecting Clas

How is migrant smuggling criminalized globally? A new UNODC report highlights the varying approaches

A Thai woman in the US lost $300K in a scam run by a transnational crime network in Asia. Her story

What is the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and why does it matter? This

Technology and cooperation are key to tackling criminal networks operating in the Amazon. UNODC trai

Poorly regulated wildlife trade, inadequate disease monitoring in captive facilities and wildlife co

New UNODC report reveals how Asian transnational crime groups are expanding beyond East & Southeast

💊 #ScaleUp is a joint initiative by UNODC, @WHO, and @EUDrugsAgency launched to drive evidence-base

70 years of the @UN Narcotics Laboratory 🧪🔬 Discover how the @UNodc_lab in Vienna uses science to

🌍 Happy #EarthDay! From illegal mining and waste trafficking to wildlife and forest crime, environm

Strengthening maritime law enforcement is key to ensuring security at sea. UNODC trained officers to

Imagine training for years, only to have your victory stolen by corruption. Major events like the FI

Setting up wildlife forensic labs in Asia and Africa, where illegal logging and wildlife crime pose

Prison overcrowding is hitting a crisis point. 1 in 4 nations is grappling with 150%+ overcapacity L

🚨 UNODC in 60 Seconds 🔹 Global: New report exposes organized crime’s role in illegal deforestation

Wildlife can host pathogens that can cause deadly outbreaks. In Southeast Asia, the SAFE project urg

Forest crimes violate human rights, with child and bonded labour in palm oil plantations and workers

📈💊 Stimulant use is rising fast. Over 30 million used amphetamines, 25 million used cocaine and 2

Liberia’s DEA made its largest marijuana seizure to date. With training support from UNODC’s @CRIMJ