On the occasion of World Day Against Drugs, launched annually by the United Nations, the OASI Team is taking a lead as part of its national awareness strategy, to organise a National Discussion on the highly debated and controversial issue of Decriminalisation, Legalisation,or Dependence of drug use..

World Day Against Drug Abuse is commemorated on the 26th of June, which this year also coincides with the 23rd anniversary of the OASI Foundation.

Over the years the Foundation said that it has always played an active part in the work of education, awareness and prevention against addiction, with the emphasis towards prevention of drug abuse and alcohol.

There is currently a debate concerning judicial system and drugs, and the OASI Foundation said it “felt the need and the duty to organise a National Discussion with special emphasis on this topic.”

It will be held Thursday, the 26th of June 2014, at the Grand Hotel, Mgarr, Gozo and the Moderator will be Dr Andrew Azzopardi.

The Programme begins with registration at 9.00am, with the discussion due to start at 9.30am The highlight of the activity will be divided between two panels: A panel of Debaters and a panel of Experts in the field, who will put forward their views.

There are also several distinguished guests invited to participate in the event, including the Minister of Family and Social Solidarity, Dr Michael Farrugia.

To reserve a place, or for further information please phone, 21563333, or email admin@oasi.org.mt by midday on Tuesday, the 24th of June.

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