The RAG Addiction Prevention was founded on February the 2nd 2013 and recognized by the board of Rotary International in January 2016. In 2017, RAG AP has members in 29 countries and 45 districts.
Vision
Substance Abuse and addiction of illicit drugs is a global problem and can only be stopped by joined efforts of all society layers and organizations in a joined, structural and continued action. It is not only the responsibility of governments. All civil society organizations should get involved in their specific field of activity. Rotarians will strengthen this common effort through the work of clubs and districts with the support of the Rotarian Action Group Addiction Prevention.
Mission
Organize an International group of Rotarian specialists and activists in Addiction Prevention. Inform, stimulate, support and advise clubs and districts how to tackle the problem in a structural long term way, with a vision and a strategy. Set up cooperation with the international professional organizations, specialists in prevention.
Strategy
The RAG Addiction Prevention will prospect all Rotarians active in prevention of substance abuse and addiction. Bring their expertise together for study and exchange. We will learn how Rotary clubs can participate in the most effective way in the struggle against addiction. We will disseminate this knowledge and the developed methodology and inform and stimulate Rotary Districts to integrate prevention of substance abuse and addiction as an essential part in their service at the community.
