Overview:

The Global Action for Sustainable Development (GASD) commends President Joseph Boakai for his unwavering commitment to tackle substance abuse, declaring it a national public health emergency. GASD acknowledges the gravity of the situation and emphasizes the urgent need for a specialized and dedicated approach to combat drug abuse effectively and efficiently. However, to ensure the success of President Boakai's administration in this fight against substance abuse, GASD puts forth the following comprehensive policy recommendations:

1. Reform of Liberia Drug Laws:

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The Global Action for Sustainable Development-GASD a registered non-profit organization working on evidence-based substance abuse prevention and drug policy reform in Liberia has made the latest call for substance abuse prevention to be prioritized in the county.

According to the GASD Executive Director, James Koryor, if we are address the substance abuse problem in the country, the Government and stakeholders should now focus and prioritize drug prevention to ensure that school going kids and vulnerable youth are safe and prevented from taking in substances by supporting and investing in...