#ScaleUp - UNODC initiative on promoting scalable and effective interventions for the treatment of stimulants use disorders

The UNODC #ScaleUp Initiative is a vital response to the growing global challenge of stimulant use disorders, which affect millions of individuals worldwide. In 2021, approximately 78 million people used substances like amphetamines, cocaine, or ecstasy non-medically, with stimulant use ranking as the second most common drug use worldwide. However, effective treatment options remain limited, with significant gaps in both access and equity, particularly for women. In response, UNODC launched the #ScaleUp initiative during the 2024 Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) session to scale up combined psychosocial and pharmacological interventions. The initiative aims to strengthen the evidence base for effective and scalable treatment solutions that are accessible and equitable across diverse regions. Through collaboration with global partners, including the WHO and key Member States, UNODC is working to bridge the treatment gap, ensuring that all individuals with stimulant use disorders receive the care and support they need.

For more information on #ScaleUp, please contact

unodc-ptrs [at] un [dot] org