Network for Peer led Drug and Alcohol Prevention

देश के बच्चों को बचाने के लिए, मैं अपना जान भी देने को तैयार हूँ। (I am ready to sacrifice my life to save the children of my country).  Sanjeebh NYIN Membe r  Gratitude is a powerful force that can transform lives, and today I find myself compelled to express my deepest appreciation. Emerging from the shadows of substance abuse, I owe my recovery to the unwavering support of my institute, dedicated teachers, and the transformative guidance of individuals like Manoj Sir, Ravis Sir, Sunil Sir, and others. This blog serves as a testament to my journey, filled with challenges, self-discovery, and the intervention of true messengers of hope. A Floating Situation: After completing a life-changing training program, I found myself adrift, battling OCD and seeking a purpose. It was then that fate intervened, and I encountered two remarkable individuals – Suneel Vastyavan  and Pallavi Maam.  Their guidance became the lighthouse that directed me towards a path of redemption. I...

Neha CWC member shared her son's aspirations to become Prime Minister to ban tobacco, shedding light on the need to strengthen tobacco control laws. Recommendations included raising the legal age for tobacco consumption to 21 and enforcing stricter regulations around educational facilities. Sumit Prakash   Chairperson , CWC, Purnia , Bihar Suneel& Sumit The recent training workshop in the  Nipccd Delhi  Conference Hall on the Role of Child Welfare Committee (CWC) in addressing substance use among children in Bihar, organized by @NIPCCD_MWCD, witnessed a dynamic exchange of ideas and experiences. The blog highlights key discussions and notable moments during the event. Diving into Current Initiatives: Led by Suneel Vatsyayan, a seasoned life coach and trainer, the Nada India Foundation workshop delved into the existing efforts undertaken by the CWC to address substance abuse among children. Participants shared both success stories and challenges encountered, underscor...

  Spot light   India's stride towards a healthier, smoke-free nation is a testament to its commitment to its citizens' well-being and its dedication to achieving global health goals. By bolstering the COTPA act, the government sets a shining example for other nations to follow. The collective efforts towards tobacco control today will pave the way for a brighter, healthier tomorrow for all Indians. .....  Read more   Steps taken by the Government to protect school going children against the harmful effects of tobacco products As per the information received from Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the National Fact Sheet of the Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS-4), 2019, conducted among 13 - 15 year age group school going children, the median age at initiation of cigarette and bidi smoking, and smokeless tobacco use were 11.5 years, 10.5 years and 9.9 years respectively. As per the information received from Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, various steps have...

It All Starts With Drug-Free Childhood Prevention of Narcotic Drug problems means empowering children and giving them a fair chance of living the lives they dream of   On  World Drug Day , IOGT International stands with UNODC and its World Drug Campaign. “World Drug Day is a unique occasion to take a stand – together – against a problem that affects everyone. Illicit drugs threaten the health and welfare of people worldwide,” says Mr. Esbjörn Hörnberg, Executive Director of  IOGT International , the largest global non-governmental organization with members promoting a lifestyle free from alcohol and other drugs. Up to 200,000 people die every year  due to Narcotic drugs. Narcotic drugs do not just affect the user. They cause tremendous hardship and misery to children, families, communities and societies. Narcotic drugs undermine close relationships, and can ruin education and employment opportunities. Narcotic drug use and trafficking are not only a burden o...