Raising Awareness, Saving Lives: The Fight Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
BAGUIO CITY – In observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (IDADAIT), conducted in the Multi-Purpose Hall, San Luis Village on June 11, 2025.
In collaboration with the City Government of Baguio, Barangay San Luis Village, and Baguio City Police Office Station 1, headed by PMAJ ALLAN ALOG, and represented by PCPL GENEVIEVE GUBAT.
The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, observed every year month of June, serves as a global call to action to combat drug-related issues through awareness, prevention, and rehabilitation.
Attended by the youth and some Senior Citizens.
The activity was led by Punong Barangay Rodolfo A. Ligligon and delivered opening remarks.
Committee on Peace and Order, Eduardo A. Cocal introduced the Guest Speaker.
PCPL Gubat started asking the youth what they could contribute to the community to be free from illegal drugs. Each young adult has answers that can help steer them away from illegal drugs. Such as… Educate yourself and others, learn about the risks and consequences of drug abuse, and share your knowledge with friends and family. Promote positive activities by organizing or participating in community events, sports, or creative activities that promote healthy lifestyles. Support anti-drug initiatives by joining or starting campaigns, groups, or clubs that focus on drug prevention and awareness. Be a positive influence, encourage friends to make healthy choices, and report suspicious activities if you notice something concerning. Report it to the authorities or trusted adults. Every small action counts, and together, you can make a difference. The meaning of bullying or intimidation among teenagers was also explained.
It is a repeated behavior that hurts or intimidates someone, often through verbal, physical, or social means. It can happen anywhere, including schools, the workplace, and online.
“The effects of bullying can be severe and long-lasting, including Emotional distress, anxiety and depression, decreased self-esteem and confidence, Difficulty concentrating and learning, Social withdrawal and isolation, increased risk of self-harm or suicidal thoughts, and Physical symptoms like headaches or stomachaches,” PCPL Gubat concluded
Kagawad Eduardo Cocal said, “By embracing the collective ideas of the youth, this can help and protect the community, led by barangay officials and in partnership with the police.
In an interview with Punong Barangay Ligligon, “Dito sa barangay namin ay patuloy naming ipino promote ang IDADAIT, kailangan rin natin bigyan ng education, information ang mga boarders, tenant regarding on disadvantage of drugs sa mga new generation, may organization rin kami ng Move Against Violence especially drugs to the adults and constituent kasi sa public cemetery ay part rin ng San Luis yun at yan sementeryo ay maluwag na diyan minsan isinasagawa ang mga transactions, kaya isa itong madalas bantayan ng mga kapulisan natin ng BCPO Station 1.
“Ini encourage namin ang mga participant na mag recruit pa sila ng mas maraming kabataan, para magkaroon sila ng kaalaman tungkol sa kampanyang ito, free education ito, pagtulungan natin na i-inform sa kanila kung bakit bawal ang drug at kung ano ang masamang epekto ng drug,’
“We are helping one another, all the committees, nagsagawa ng training ang grupo namin nagkaisa kami against drug lalo na ang peace and order na komite ni kagawad Cocal na dating pulis kaya malawak ang kanyang kaalaman tungkol sa peace and order,” ### Mario Oclaman //Filipino News Sentinel
