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Special Program on Substance Abuse and Related Violence

Global Health Focus Area

This United Methodist program helps us to be informed and compassionate responders to alcohol, other drugs, and related violence worldwide. SPARV is a global initiative administered by The General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church.

SPSARV's work supports our position on alcohol, drugs, and drug-related violence. There are five components

  1. Grants
  2. Replication of Model projects
  3. Education
  4. Advocacy
  5. Training and Networking
  6. To learn more about SPSARV and the resources available, you can become a "fan" on Facebook or sign up for a quarterly newsletter. For more information visit www.umspsarv.org.