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Digital evidence includes any electronically stored or transmitted information, such as photos, messages, or emails, that can serve as crucial proof in legal investigations.

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"[T]his is another place where the UN can play a role in bringing that public private connectivity together"

Carmen Corbin dreamt of serving with the United Nations from an early age. Now head of Transnational Organized Crime, Illicit Trafficking and Terrorism Prevention programmes at the Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in East Africa, she is dedicated to protecting children from shocking online exploitation.

“We won't know who is real and who is not real. We can't keep up. All of us, in some way, shape or form, will potentially suffer from the fact that we won't be able to trust anyone that we meet, because you're never sure if that person is truly who they say they are.”

The UNODC supports law enforcement efforts in tackling all transnational organized crime and counter terrorism, including cybercrime. In this episode, Carmen reflects on the challenges of overseeing a wide portfolio, on the psychological strain of prosecuting the worst kinds of cybercrimes and shares her advice for a successful international career.

Photo: ©Glory Ndaka

With UNODC's support, farmers in regions like Myanmar, Peru, and Afghanistan are shifting from illicit crops to coffee cultivation, promoting sustainable development and economic stability.

Organized crime steals, corrupts and kills. It’s time we pull together to push back. International Day for the Prevention of and Fight against All Forms of Transnational Organized Crime calls for united global action. The devastating impact of organized crime threatens lives, destabilizes communities and hinders economic and social development. But despite these challenges, there is hope. This day serves as a rallying point for action, demonstrating that collective efforts — by governments, the private sector, civil society and individuals — can achieve real change. #StopOrganizedCrime

Nang San Hlaing , from Myanmar, was impressed by the crucial role of women in the development of farming communities in Thailand's highlands. She believes that Myanmar can achieve similar gender equality in the future, despite the challenges of changing attitudes and shifting away from illicit crops. Inspired by what she is learning in Thailand, she wants to implement new farming methods and create social enterprises in Myanmar.

Globally, one in three victims of human trafficking is a child, and the majority of these trafficked children are girls. According to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (), children are twice as likely as adults to face violence during trafficking. The proliferation of online platforms poses additional risks, as children often connect to these sites without adequate safeguards. The World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (30 July) calls on States to prioritize the protection of children, strengthen laws, improve law enforcement and provide more resources to combat child trafficking. 

Illicit drug markets continue to expand and harms caused by drug trafficking and illicit drug economies are contributing to many threats, from instability and violence to environmental devastation. On 14-15 March in Vienna the high-level segment of the (CND) will hold the 2024 on the implementation of all international drug policy commitments and its . CND analyzes the global drug situation, considering the interrelated issues of prevention of drug abuse, rehabilitation of drug users and supply and trafficking of illicit drugs.

Corruption is a major challenge facing the world today, with negative impacts on society and economic development, as well as democracy and the rule of law. It is often a root cause of conflict, fueling instability and inhibiting peace processes. Preventing corruption, promoting transparency, and strengthening institutions is crucial to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The 2023 International Anti-Corruption Day seeks to highlight the crucial link between anti-corruption and peace, security, and development, and the responsibility of everyone in overcoming this crime. This year’s commemoration celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the .

Global crises, conflicts, and the climate emergency are escalating trafficking risks. Displacement and socio-economic inequalities are impacting millions of people, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation by traffickers. National responses, particularly in developing States, appear to be deteriorating.  This  (30 Jul) aims to raise awareness of the disturbing developments and trends identified by  and calls  to assess and enhance efforts to strengthen prevention, identify and support victims, and end impunity. 

The (26 June) aims at combating misinformation and promotes sharing the facts on drugs — from health risks and solutions to tackle the world drug problem, to evidence-based prevention, treatment, and care. The Observance highlights data from ’s , thus providing science-based, practical solutions to the current global drug problem. COVID-19 has brought unprecedented public awareness on health. A growing sense of global community and solidarity continues to emerge, as does the need to ensure health care for all.

Around 269 million people used drugs worldwide in 2018, 30 per cent more than in 2009, while over 35 million people suffer from drug use disorders, according to the latest . This field has been 'plagued' by misinformation.  The United Nations emphasizes the need to improve understanding of the world drug problem and how better knowledge will foster greater international cooperation for countering its impact on health, governance and security. The of the is being held 12 – 16 April, 2021.

From 1-4 December, UNODC is hosting the . More than 35 online interactive panels will discuss how the international education community is working towards teaching justice and rule of law issues, with inspiration from innovative approaches from around the world to ensure that learning never stops even during a global pandemic. Join E4J and see how the UN and its partners are reimagining education for a more just world, and inspiring change together!

The field of addressing the world drug problem is 'plagued' by misinformation of many kinds. In 2020, the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking emphasizes the need to improve the understanding of the world drug problem. The theme “Better Knowledge for Better Care”, embodies how better knowledge will foster greater international cooperation for countering its impact on health, governance and security. encourages individuals, non-profit organizations, the private sector and Member States to use their to get involved in its social media campaign.

Organized crime thrives in times of crisis. We must ensure COVID-19 does not provide new opportunities for human traffickers. During lockdowns, those in domestic or sex work are more exposed to violence and abuse. Migrants and seasonal workers face more precarious working conditions.