The AGAK (Agakon ug Giyahan Atong Kaigsuonan) Drug Rehabilitation and Support Services Program is Ormoc City's proactive response to the challenges posed by illegal drugs, all while upholding the principles of human rights. The program is meticulously crafted to facilitate the recovery and reintegration of Persons Who Use Drugs (PWUDs) into the community.

This initiative extends its services to two distinct groups of PWUDs: those who voluntarily surrendered to barangay offices or police stations and those who opted for a plea bargain agreement. Recognizing the importance of community involvement, the program also considers the families of PWUDs and the broader community as crucial beneficiaries.

Ongoing

AGAK emphasizes a holistic approach to reform, ensuring the active participation of everyone in the community for the sustainable recovery and reintegration of individuals affected by drug use.

The dataset from 2021 to 2023 offers insights into court-mandated rehabilitation and drug dependency examinations (DDE). The figures highlight several key categories reflecting legal and treatment interventions for substance abuse issues.

Firstly, the number of clients undergoing DDE with a court order shows a decline from 85 in 2021 to 56 in 2023. This suggests either fewer court-ordered examinations or successful completion of mandated programs over the years. Conversely, registered clients for rehab with a court order remain relatively stable, with 94 in 2021 and 40 in 2023, indicating consistent demand for court-mandated rehabilitation services.

Interestingly, the category of DDE without a court order shows minimal presence, totalling 5 across the three years. This indicates that voluntary participation in drug dependency examinations is less common compared to court-mandated participation.

The presence of individuals on the Endorsed Probation and Diversion List (PDL) stands out, with 39 cases recorded over the three-year period. This category typically includes individuals diverted from standard criminal proceedings to drug treatment programs, reflecting efforts to integrate rehabilitation into criminal justice strategies.

Furthermore, the data includes instances of clients transferred between facilities or programs (Transferee), numbering 5 in total. This movement suggests a dynamic process of care and treatment adjustments within the rehabilitation framework.

The table presents a detailed overview of the number of completers categorized by their risk levels in terms of drug use over a span of three years: 2021, 2022, and 2023. The completers are classified into two main categories based on their risk level: Low Risk and Moderate Risk. These categories provide insights into the varying degrees of risk associated with drug use among the surveyed population over the specified years.

In 2021, the data shows that 105 completers were classified as Low Risk, while 50 completers fell into the Moderate Risk category. This initial snapshot suggests a notable presence of individuals who were identified as being at moderate risk in comparison to those at low risk.

Moving to 2022, there is a significant increase in the number of completers across both risk categories. Specifically, 489 completers were classified as Low Risk, showing a considerable rise from the previous year. Meanwhile, 69 completers remained categorized as Moderate Risk, indicating a consistent number in this risk category despite the overall increase in total completers.

By 2023, the trend shifts slightly as the number of completers categorized as Low Risk decreases to 199, marking a notable decline from the peak observed in 2022. However, the number of completers in the Moderate Risk category remains stable at 69, suggesting a consistent presence of individuals with a moderate risk level of drug use.

The graphs illustrate a fluctuating trend in the number of completers over three consecutive years. There was a substantial 72.22% surge from 2021 to 2022. However, in the subsequent year (2022 to 2023), there was a notable decline of 51.97% in the number of completers.