to all world communities and future generations. The mission of DWI is to provide accurate
information on both illicit and harmful psychoactive substances, promoting sound drug policies based
on scientific research, and opposing efforts to legalize or decriminalize drugs. The major methods
used by DWI are: ? Support clear messages and standards of no illegal use of alcohol, tobacco and
other drugs, and no abuse of legal drugs or substances for adults or youth. ? Support
comprehensive and coordinated approaches that include prevention, education, law enforcement,
and treatment in addressing issues regarding alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. ? Support
strong laws and meaningful legal penalties that hold users and dealers accountable for their actions. ?
Support international treaties and agreements, including international sanctions and penalties
against drug trafficking, and oppose attempts to weaken international drug policies and laws. ?
Support adherence to scientific research standards and ethics that are prescribed by the world
scientific community and professional associations in conducting studies and review on alcohol,
tobacco and other drugs. ? Support efforts to prevent availability and use of drugs, and oppose
policies and programs that accept drug use basederroneously on reduction or minimization of harm.
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