Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs

The Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs is one of four divisions of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The Division consists of one branch and two sections:

  • Policy Analysis and Research Branch
  • Advocacy Section
  • Co-financing and Partnership Section

The objectives of the Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs are:

  • To carry out research and strategic analyses to be used as a basis for developing policy options and drug and crime control measures
  • To provide scientific advice and support
  • To evaluate UNODC programmes and projects
  • To promote the image and work of UNODC, including through partnerships with donor countries, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, organizations in the United Nations system and international financial institutions