INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND ADVOCACY
We believe we can have greater political impact through partnerships and alliances that build on each organization’s own forces and capabilities. Through our membership in various committees and platforms, we contribute to advance various causes while ensuring that all stakeholders’ needs, opinions and experiences are heard and taken into consideration
Partnerships with International Organizations

Dianova is an NGO in special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

Registered as a civil society organization with the Organization of American States (OAS)

NGO in consultative relationships with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Affiliations
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In addition to providing services to people in vulnerable situations, we develop advocacy initiatives aimed to advance policies and practices dedicated to promoting social progress, improving people’s lives, and to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Specifically, we work in the areas of:
Health and Addiction
We work to strenghten the areas of addiction prevention and treatment, and advocates the implementation of services that are evidence-based, gender-sensitive and respectful of each person’s needs and expectations, in a continuity of services.
Recent articles
End ‘War on Drugs’ and Promote Policies Rooted in Human Rights
UN human rights experts have called on the international community to bring an end to the so-called “war on drugs” GENEVA (24 June 2022) – UN human rights experts have called on the international community to bring an end to the so-called “war on drugs” and promote drug policies that are firmly anchored in human... Read more »
In a World in Crisis, Dianova Calls for Helping the Most Vulnerable!
International crises amplify inequalities and disproportionately affect the most vulnerable or marginalized Dianova International Statement on the occasion of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, June 26, 2022 The world is in turmoil and the international balance is increasingly under threat. The COVID-19 crisis and a war on Europe’s doorstep – considered... Read more »
Statement by Dianova International at the CND64
Statement by Dianova International at the 64th Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs, April 12 - 16, 2021, Vienna, Austria
Gender Equality
We advocate women’s rights, equality, and empowerment. In addition, we promote the development of gender-sensitive addiction treatment services.
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Statement by Dianova International at the CSW66
It is urgent to adequately address the impact of climate change and environmental disasters on people’s, especially women’s, mental health Climate change has repercussions in various domains, including the economy, human habitats, migration flows, the environment and ecosystems, etc. Its impact on health however, and more particularly on mental health has yet to adequately addressed.... Read more »
Statement by Dianova International at the CSW65
Statement by Dianova International at the sixty-fifth Session of the Commission on the Condition of Women (CSW65), 15-26 March, 2021, New York
Covid-19, Violence and Addictions
The COVID-19 pandemic aggravates gender violence and addictions, creating a situation of vulnerability that primarily affects women
Human Rights
We believe that the human rights perspective should be considered a priority in all policies and practices. With regard to the former, we endeavour to combat stigma and discrimination against drug users or former drug users
Recent articles
End ‘War on Drugs’ and Promote Policies Rooted in Human Rights
UN human rights experts have called on the international community to bring an end to the so-called “war on drugs” GENEVA (24 June 2022) – UN human rights experts have called on the international community to bring an end to the so-called “war on drugs” and promote drug policies that are firmly anchored in human... Read more »
Gender Equality and Development for LGBTI people
Sustainable development cannot be achieved without peace and peace cannot be achieved without gender equality for ALL - regardless of sex characteristics, gender identity or sexual orientation
A Gender-based Approach to the Agenda 2030
Utilizing a feminist accountability framework is essential to the successful implementation of the 2030 Agenda for sustainable development
Partnerships and Cooperation
We are dedicated to reinforcing the role played by civil society organizations within international fora, as part of our commitment to support the Sustainable Development Goals
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Dianova International, Global Organizing Partner of the NGO Major Group
During its three-year mandate, Dianova International has worked to coordinate the actions of civil society organizations within the framework of the High Level Forum for Sustainable Development
Declaration of CoNGO to the UN
Declaration of the Conference of Non-governmental Organizations in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO) on the Occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations
A Purpose-driven Company, Unilever
Unilever brands take an active part in social change and put sustainable development at the heart of all their activities
Social Integration and Equality
We advocate policies and practices that focus on the needs of disadvantaged and marginalized populations in order to promote their social, economic and political integration.
Recent articles
Debunking Myths to End Xenophobia
A new infographic counters prejudicial narratives in the aim of promoting inclusion and integration of migrants and refugees
Addressing Large Movements of Migration
Civil society demands and contributions to ensure the protection of human rights of refugees and migrants
Education and Youth
We advocate quality education and the development of youth-oriented policies, because we believe education is a critical factor in efforts to improve people’s health and living conditions and to build more inclusive societies.
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Annual meeting of the CSF in Brussels
The annual meeting of the Civil Society Forum on Drugs was held in Brussels from November 27 to 29
New Approaches for the WFTC
The World Federation of Therapeutic Communities intends to reinforce its role on the world stage
Mental Health Problems: Stigma and Risk Factors
The monthly meeting of the Committee of NGO on Mental Health was held in New York City, in partnership with the governments of Thailand and Jamaica, with support from UNICEF and WHO