Empowered communities, drug free lives

The City of Masvingo has partnered with several stakeholders in anti-drug and substance abuse drive, ‘City of Masvingo Anti-Drug and Substance Abuse Committee’.

The purpose of the committee is to coordinate and implement effective strategies to prevent and address drug and substance abuse within the city.

Objectives:

1. Conduct needs assessment and identify high-risk areas.

2. Develop and implement prevention programs.

3. Provide support services for individuals and families affected.

4. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance awareness and education.

5. Monitor and evaluate anti-drug and substance abuse programs’ effectiveness.

Membership:

1. City Health (Chairperson)

2. Legal Resources Foundation (Secretary)

3.Committee members –

. Councilor

. Health Department Representative

. Social Services Department Representative

. Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education Representative

. Law Enforcement Representative (ZRP)

. CID

. Community member

. Churches Representative – Pastor

. Ministry of Youth, Sports, Arts and Recreation Representative.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct public awareness campaigns.

2. Organize community outreach programs.

3. Provide training for educators, healthcare workers, and law enforcement.

4. Support rehabilitation and treatment services.

5. Monitor and report on substance abuse trends.