THE 20th Davao City Council commended Ateneo de Davao University’s Center Against Illegal Drugs for winning the “Most Innovative Anti-Illegal Drugs Strategy Award.” Councilor Pilar Braga said during the council session on Tuesday morning, June 11, 2024 at the Sangguniang Panlungsod that AdDU’s Caid has demonstrated its commitment to combating illegal drugs mirroring the institution to supporting the City Government of Davao’s commitment to anti-illegal drug campaign.
Apple Alvarez, provides essential counseling for individuals who used drugs across the Philippines.Manapol said, “What made us get the awards were how we collaborated with networks that they’ve established. In AdDU, we have different offices like the Wellness Center, Office of Student Affairs, Samahan and other units. What really helped us were the interns of programs from Social Work, Political Science, Psychology, and Nursing.