ONDCP Frequently Asked Questions
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Internships/Employment
ONDCP Resources
- How can I order ONDCP publications?
- Are there any copyright restrictions on your resources?
- Can I link to your Web site?
- What is the ONDCP mailing address?
- Can you add a link to my Web site?
- How can I reach your press office?
Staying Informed
- How can I subscribe to or unsubscribe from the ONDCP Community Prevention (ComPrev) listserv?
- Does ONDCP have informational e-mail listservs available?
- How do I sign up for the DiscussMeth Web Forum?
The National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign
HIDTA
HIFCAs
Report a Crime
Treatment
Drug Use
Drug Testing
Life or Meth
Q: | Where can I locate ONDCP employment information? |
A: | All available ONDCP employment positions, as well as positions for other Federal agencies, are posted on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Web site. |
Q: | Does ONDCP have a student internship program? |
A: | The ONDCP Student Internship Program allows students to gain educational and work experience within various components of ONDCP. Internship opportunities within ONDCP are unpaid positions working at least two days a week with a minimum commitment of two months (not exceeding 90 days in duration). |
Q: | How can I order ONDCP publications? |
A: | Through a partnership with the National
Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS), ONDCP is offering you the
ability to order select publication right from the ONDCP site (e.g.
The National
Drug Control Strategy). Click the Order Print Copy icon ( In addition, all of the ONDCP resources that are available in hardcopy can be ordered online using the NCJRS site. NCJRS also offers publications and resources from Department of Justice agencies, including the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS), National Institute of Justice (NIJ), Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). |
Q: | Are there any copyright restrictions on your resources? |
A: | All materials produced by ONDCP are in the public domain and can be referenced or reproduced. We only ask that you cite the original source. Please note that our site also contains material not produced by ONDCP, and restrictions may apply to those materials. |
Q: | Can I link to your Web site? |
A: | Please feel free to add a link to our Web site from yours. |
Q: | What is the ONDCP mailing address? |
A: | Mail for ONDCP or ONDCP staff can be sent
to either of the following locations:
Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) Or Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) |
Q: | Can you add a link to my Web site? |
A: | Each reciprocal link request will be considered. However, we do not provide information on our site about commercial products or sites that sell commercial products, processes, or services to avoid endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Government. |
Q: | How can I reach your press office? |
A: | If you are a member of the media, you can reach the ONDCP Public Affairs Office at (202) 395-6618. |
Q: | How can I subscribe to or unsubscribe from the ONDCP Community Prevention (ComPrev) listserv? |
A: | Visit the ONDCP ComPrev page, where you can subscribe, unsubscribe, and visit the ComPrev List Manager site. |
Q: | Does ONDCP have informational e-mail listservs or Web-based Forums available? |
A: | You can view information about e-mail listservs
and Web Forums available from ONDCP and ONDCP-sponsored initiatives on
the following Web sites:
ONDCP Community Prevention Listserv Additionally, ONDCP is affiliated with the National Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS), a Federal government clearinghouse which also supports agencies that fall within the Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs. If you would like to learn about NCJRS services and listservs, please visit the NCJRS Subscribe/Register site. |
Q: | How do I sign up for the DiscussMeth Web Forum? |
A: | Please visit the Join Our Community section of the DiscussMeth Web Forum to sign up and begin communicating with your colleagues. |
Q: | Where can I view the ONDCP Media Campaign ads? |
A: | The Ad Gallery section of our Media Campaign Web site houses our Television, Print, Radio, and Banner ads. |
Q: | Do you have a listing of the counties/zip codes involved in High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) efforts? |
A: | We do not maintain a listing of the zip codes for the areas that are involved in HIDTA efforts. To locate information about the specific counties that participate in HIDTA activities, please visit our HIDTA page. From there, you can click on the HIDTA(s) of interest to find the geographic area of responsibility (listing of counties), phone number, and efforts of the HIDTA. A listing of the Federal, State, and local agencies involved in each HIDTA's efforts are also provided. |
Q: | Where can I locate a listing of High Intensity Financial Crime Areas (HIFCAs)? |
A: | The HIFCA program falls under the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). A map and listing of HIFCA regions can be found on the FinCEN Web site. For further information about the HIFCA program, please contact FinCEN directly. |
Q: | Where can I report illegal drug activity? |
A: | Because ONDCP is not a law enforcement agency, we do not have the authority to investigate illegal activities. Please contact your local law enforcement agencies (city police department and/or County sheriff's office) with any information you may have. You can also submit information anonymously using the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Submit a Tip online form. You can also contact the DEA Field Office responsible for your area. |
Q: | Can you supply me with information about methadone? |
A: | Please view our Methadone Fact Sheet to learn about the use of this substance in opioid treatment. If you are seeking information that can not be found in our Methadone Fact Sheet, please consult with your physician or treatment provider. You can also contact the following organizations for information:
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Q: | How can I locate a drug treatment program? |
A: | The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed a Web site and telephone hotline to aid in finding treatment facilities in different areas of the country. Please visit the Treatment Facility Locator Web site or call 800–662–HELP (4357) to obtain this information. |
Q: | Where can I locate drug usage statistics? |
A: | Our Facts & Figures provide the most recent data on drug use for specific drugs and populations. Also see the National Survey on Drug Use and Health and the Monitoring the Future reports. |
Q: | How long can a drug be detected in one's system? |
A: | You can view information about drug detection times in the "Pros and Cons of the Various Drug Testing Methods" table found in the ONDCP resource, What You Need to Know about Drug Testing in Schools. We also suggest you contact a drug testing facility directly for information and assistance. |
Q: | How can I order the "Life or Meth" resources? |
A: | The "Life or Meth" resources created by the Midwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) can be obtained by contacting Midpoint National, Inc. at 800–611–0779. We also suggest you visit the Publications and Research section of our Meth Resources Web site for additional methamphetamine materials. |
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