Strategi Badan Narkotika Nasional Provinsi Sumatera Utara dalam Upaya Pencegahan Penyalahgunaan Narkoba di Kota Medan

Abstract

Drug abuse and distribution in Indonesia represent a serious problem for the country. This study was motivated by concerns regarding the high number of drug abuse cases, especially in Medan City. Therefore, strategic steps are needed from the government to be able to overcome this problem. North Sumatra Provincial National Narcotics Agency implements the strategy that has been set by Law number 2 of 2020 concerning the National Action Plan for P4GN. This study aims to determine the implementation of the strategy carried out by North Sumatra Provincial National Narcotics Agency in an effort to prevent drug abuse in Medan City. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach and data collection techniques through observation, documentation and interviews with respondents determined using the Purposive Sampling technique. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Data is processed and analyzed using the strategy implementation theory approach from Hunger and Wheelen with indicators such as Programs, Budgets and Procedures. The results of this study indicate that North Sumatra Provincial National Narcotics Agency is implementing a prevention strategy as seen from three indicators. In the program indicator, North Sumatra Provincial National Narcotics Agency carries out prevention programs such as socialization or counseling, anti-drug campaigns through electronic and non-electronic media, early detection, technical guidance and shining villages/sub-districts as its efforts in preventing drug abuse in Medan City. For the budget indicator, North Sumatra Provincial National Narcotics Agency implements all its programs as detailed in the Budget Implementation List, sourced from the National Budget and nonbudget implementation list, and uses these funds effectively and efficiently. For the procedure indicator, North Sumatra Provincial National Narcotics Agency’s SOP is considered very good, as it explains the workflow in a structured and systematic manner. However, the implementation has not been maximized because the programs are not extensive or evenly distributed throughout drugprone areas, due to obstacles such as limited resources. Research recommendations to support the implementation of North Sumatra Provincial National Narcotics Agency’s strategy in preventing drug abuse in Medan City include increasing resources, such as budget enhancements, and the establishment of National Narcotics Agency of Medan City.