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The
National Council on Substance Abuse is governed by a board of
Directors appointed by the Minister of Home Affairs.
It
is staffed by a Manager, Deputy Manager, Accountant,
Administrative Officer, Research/ Information Officer, Drug
Education Officers (2), Program Officers (2), Receptionist/Secretary,
Clerk Typist, Technician/Messenger, Office Attendant and Driver.
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FUNCTIONS:
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The
functions of the National Council on Substance Abuse are as
follows:
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advise
the Minister on measures for the eradication or control of
substance abuse;
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advise
the Minister on measures to prevent the proliferation of
illegal narcotic drugs;
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devise,
undertake and promote programs and projects aimed at the
prevention, elimination or control of substance abuse;
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authorize,
conduct and facilitate research or surveys on substance
abuse;
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undertake
or facilitate programs for the treatment and
rehabilitation of persons affected by substance abuse;
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manage
facilities for the treatment and rehabilitation of persons
affected by substance abuse;
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coordinate
or facilitate groups and organizations in the effort to
eradicate or control substance abuse;
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cooperate
with local, regional and international organizations with
interests similar to those of the Council; and
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solicit,
receive and manage funds donated by government, the private
sector, private citizens and international organizations for
the functions mentioned in paragraph (a) to (h)
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volunteer
coordination
The
program has the following components:
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Coordination
and Research
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Community
Prevention
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Treatment
& Rehabilitation
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Public
Relations & Communication Elements
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Part-Time
Counseling Service
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