About ODCP
In August of 2004, a 51-member team of state, federal and local officials in substance abuse prevention-education, treatment and enforcement recommended that Governor Ernie Fletcher create the Office of Drug Control Policy and Kentucky’s drug policy.
Prior to making its recommendations, the Statewide Drug Control Assessment Summit conducted a 20-week assessment of substance abuse in Kentucky. The Summit was charged with the responsibility of assessing the effectiveness of existing and new local, state and federal substance abuse programs; soliciting input from citizens about substance abuse issues in their respective communities; and formulating recommendations to improve the balance and effectiveness of statewide drug control efforts.
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ODCP Values & Principles |
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The ODCP is committed to the values adopted by the Justice & Public Safety Cabinet and the following core values and guiding principles:
- Plan for the development of an effective continuum of prevention and treatment services
- Assure collaboration of prevention, treatment and law enforcement initiatives related to substance abuse
- Provide a repository of information on best practices and standards of practice for prevention, treatment, education and law enforcement (as related to substance abuse)
- Educate communities and families about substance abuse and resources for promoting a healthy lifestyle and assuring safety for Kentucky’s children
- Involve citizens at all levels of planning and implementing effective programs
- Develop standards of practice that assure the development, maintenance and improvement of prevention, treatment, education and law enforcement initiatives
- Coordinate overall research and evaluation of effectiveness of programs and services
Assist and make recommendations regarding the management of existing resources assuring cost efficiency
- Advocate for the enhancement of resources for substance abuse initiatives
- Assist in developing policy and legislation that supports the mission and goals of the age
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