Saturday, September 10, 2016

Why The Red Ribbon Week Needs To Get Annual Recognition

By Matthew Foster


Even though most parents strive to bring up their children in a good way, sometimes they succumb to peer pressure. As a result, they engage in activities that suggest that they have departed from their teachings. In fact, most of them engage in vices such as tattooing of their bodies, getting belly button rings, body piercings, substance abuse and prostitution. In the long run, they end up getting confused since these activities are so demeaning. The red ribbon week is one campaign strategy that was started to help in the fight against drugs.

Mexico is one country that is known for harboring drugs. This development prompted the US government into launching a search on all those culprits that were behind the infamous practice. Back in 1985, a DEA agent known as Enrique Camarena was appointed to play the role of an undercover agent. He took part in unearthing details concerning how the cartels operated in areas such as Guadalajara and Chihuahua. Upon making discovery on the millions of narcotics, he was killed by the barons.

The month of October qualifies as the best time to honor this event precisely during 23rd to 31st. Initially, it was started in the US since the agent worked under it. However, other parts of the world have embraced the event since it is a problem that is experienced everywhere. This happens because everyone has encountered an instance where they have either been exposed to drugs or know someone who is battling it out.

To join in the campaign, people are encouraged to participate actively in the fight against drug abuse by reciting a certain pledge. The composers use words that participants are supposed to recite. This helps them to remember the dangers associated with taking and trafficking of drugs. They are also encouraged to donate funds towards constructing rehabilitation facilities.

A person can only recover from this by admitting that they have a problem. Otherwise, they are doomed to getting enslaved by it. This occasion targets addicts who are given the chance to share their experiences and if they want to redeem their lives. Most of them can opt to meet with the officials who will enroll them in the nearest rehab facility.

Various activities are organized to keep the participant busy. These include; public speaking, drama shows, use of visual arts and related games. The most active performer or the winner gets a prize to prove that they participated in the event actively.

Just as the name of the occasion suggests, there are certain items that one can use to show that they support the campaign strategy. These include red ribbons and badges made from satin materials. They will be made available for you as the event draws near.

Substance trafficking and abuse is one area that people need to eye carefully since it is affecting the youth the most. What DEA agents such as Enrique have taught them is that the people behind those cartels are merciless. They are only interested in making money at the expense of subjecting young people to ill health and early death.




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