IOGT International

IOGT International

IOGT International is the premier global network for evidence-based policy solutions and community-based interventions to prevent and reduce harm caused by alcohol and other drugs.

Mission statement

IOGT International’s vision is a life for all human beings free to live up to their fullest potential, and free from harm caused by alcohol and other drugs. It’s a world of peace, democracy and justice where free and healthy citizens actively contribute in all levels of society. IOGT was founded in 1851 and currently has 143 Member Organizations from 53 countries.

As a means of attaining this vision, IOGT International promotes a lifestyle free from alcohol and other drugs. The work of IOGT International and its member organizations is built on the principles of universal fellowship and basic human and democratic rights. IOGT International believes that each individual is unique and has an infinite value. Everyone is entitled to personal freedom and is obliged to work for the improvement of the quality of life of all people. IOGT International seeks to promote democracy at all levels of society, which means that all citizens must have the opportunity to actively participate in decision-making processes and freely express their opinions.

Summary of relevant work

Our community work and advocacy seek to create the conditions for all people to lead happier, healthier, richer and freer lives. This heart-driven work towards achieving change is guided by four basic principles: harnessing potential, supporting families, strengthening communities, and developing societies.

In line with these four basic principles, IOGT works with its global network of Member Organizations to prevent, reduce and curb all aspects of harm caused by alcohol and other drugs which are often obstacles to health and well-being, sustainable development, economic productivity and prosperity, and the enjoyment of human rights. As a part of the solution to alcohol and other drug problems, members of IOGT International choose to lead a life free from such substances. IOGT International, furthermore, develops comprehensive programmes that include prevention, reduction of substance use, education, communication, training, public awareness, research, and the rehabilitation of users and those they affect.

The work of IOGT International not only addresses alcohol and other drugs as obstacles to social goods, but also aims to provide a number of social goods through advocacy and community work. Specific programs include:

  • Capacity building and empowerment through non-formal education
  • Counselling, treatment and rehabilitation services
  • Alcohol-free environments that are safe and enabling, inclusive and diverse
  • Capacity building opportunities in leadership, entrepreneurship, and advocacy
  • Social innovation and social entrepreneurship
  • Community readiness and resilience
  • Active citizenship

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Details

Approach(es)
Advocacy
Empowerment and service user involvement
Human rights
Policy and legislation
Prevention and promotion
Training, education and capacity building
Treatment, care and rehabilitation
Disorder(s)
Alcohol/drug use disorders
Child behavioural and developmental disorders
Region(s)
Africa
Asia
Europe
North America
Oceania
Population(s)
Adults
Children and adolescents
Communicable diseases (e.g. HIV/AIDS, TB)
Families and carers
Minority populations
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Older adults
Setting(s)
Community
Primary care
School
Specialist care
Workplace
Country(s)
Albania
Australia
Bangladesh
Belarus
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Burundi
Cambodia
Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
Denmark
Estonia
Faroe Islands
Finland
Gambia
Germany
Ghana
Guinea-Bissau
Iceland
India
Iran, Islamic Republic of
Ireland
Kenya
Lesotho
Liberia
Malawi
Mali
Mexico
Nepal
Nigeria
Norway
Pakistan
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
Senegal
Serbia
Sierra Leone
Slovakia
South Africa
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Switzerland
Tanzania, United Republic of
Thailand
Turks and Caicos Islands
Uganda
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States
Viet Nam
Zambia
Zimbabwe