{"id":2776,"date":"2026-02-17T07:52:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T07:52:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/?page_id=2776"},"modified":"2026-06-01T06:52:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T06:52:29","slug":"dwijen-smart","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/dwijen-smart\/","title":{"rendered":"Dwijen Smart"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Founder Trustee | Recovery Mentor | Rehabilitation Leader<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Dwijen Smart is the Founder Trustee and visionary behind Santulan Rehabilitation & De-Addiction Centre. With more than 30 years of personal sobriety and extensive experience in the field of addiction recovery and rehabilitation, he has devoted his life to helping individuals and families overcome addiction and rebuild meaningful lives.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Professional Experience & Contributions<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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  • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t13 Years of Experience with Muktangan Rehabilitation Centre<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
  • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3 Years Associated with United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Awareness & Rehabilitation Initiatives<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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  • \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCore Committee Member \u2013 NAPDDR 2.0 (2025\u20132030)<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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    Founder\u2019s Message<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Recovery is not just about leaving substances behind. It is about rebuilding self-respect, restoring relationships, rediscovering purpose and learning to live life with balance and responsibility.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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    Mr. Smart began his journey in the field as a de-addiction counselor, where he provided direct support to individuals struggling with substance dependence. His empathetic approach and deep understanding of addiction psychology enabled him to help numerous clients initiate and sustain their recovery journeys. His hands-on experience at the grassroots level laid a strong foundation for the impactful work he would go on to do at national and international levels.<\/p>

    A key milestone in his career was his long-standing association with the Regional Resource Training Centre (RRTC) at the Muktangan Rehabilitation Centre in Pune. As an active member, he played a crucial role in training professionals, both from India and abroad, on effective methods of treatment, rehabilitation, and harm reduction. His contributions helped shape the curriculum and delivery of specialized training programs for global delegates, thereby extending his impact beyond regional borders.<\/p>

    From January 2006 to May 2008, Mr. Smart served as a Senior Counselor with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). In this role, he acted as a regional support person for India and contributed significantly to the development and implementation of the \u201cHarm Reduction\u201d program. His involvement in the H-13 Project, a key initiative under the UNODC, reflects his commitment to evidence-based interventions and inclusive, humane approaches to addiction treatment.<\/p>

    In addition to his national and international roles, Mr. Smart has actively contributed to local community initiatives. Notably, he worked in close coordination with the Government of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to design and implement a comprehensive de-addiction program. His efforts led to the establishment of a state-supported de-addiction center, which continues to serve as a crucial support system for individuals and families affected by addiction in the region.<\/p>

    Mr. Smart\u2019s work also includes collaboration with the Pune Police Department, where he spearheaded awareness and prevention campaigns targeting diverse segments of society. He conducted workshops and educational sessions in colleges, residential societies, and corporate environments, focusing on substance abuse prevention, early intervention, and the importance of community support in recovery.<\/p>

    With a career spanning nearly three decades, Dwijen Smart has built a legacy of compassionate care, professional excellence, and strategic leadership in the field of de-addiction. His multidisciplinary approach and dedication to service have made a lasting impact on countless individuals and institutions alike. He continues to be a respected voice and advocate for progressive, humane, and science-driven addiction recovery solutions.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Dwijen Smart Dwijen Smart Founder Trustee | Recovery Mentor | Rehabilitation Leader Dwijen Smart is the Founder Trustee and visionary behind Santulan Rehabilitation & De-Addiction Centre. With more than 30 years of personal sobriety and extensive experience in the field of addiction recovery and rehabilitation, he has devoted his life to helping individuals and families overcome addiction and rebuild meaningful lives. Professional Experience & Contributions More than 30 Years of Personal Recovery & Sobriety Founder of Santulan & Balance Centres 13 Years of Experience with Muktangan Rehabilitation Centre 3 Years Associated with United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Awareness & Rehabilitation Initiatives 15 Years of Leadership Experience in Rehabilitation Administration & Recovery Management Core Committee Member \u2013 NAPDDR 2.0 (2025\u20132030) Successfully Guided Recovery Support for 3500+ Individuals Conducted & Participated in 500+ Awareness Programs Mentor for Recovery-Based Rehabilitation Models Contributor to Family Counseling & Community Recovery Programs Speaker & Participant in Addiction Awareness Initiatives Advocate for Holistic Healing & Long-Term Recovery Support Dedicated Towards Building an Addiction-Free Society Founder\u2019s Message Recovery is not just about leaving substances behind. It is about rebuilding self-respect, restoring relationships, rediscovering purpose and learning to live life with balance and responsibility. Mr. Smart began his journey in the field as a de-addiction counselor, where he provided direct support to individuals struggling with substance dependence. His empathetic approach and deep understanding of addiction psychology enabled him to help numerous clients initiate and sustain their recovery journeys. His hands-on experience at the grassroots level laid a strong foundation for the impactful work he would go on to do at national and international levels. A key milestone in his career was his long-standing association with the Regional Resource Training Centre (RRTC) at the Muktangan Rehabilitation Centre in Pune. As an active member, he played a crucial role in training professionals, both from India and abroad, on effective methods of treatment, rehabilitation, and harm reduction. His contributions helped shape the curriculum and delivery of specialized training programs for global delegates, thereby extending his impact beyond regional borders. From January 2006 to May 2008, Mr. Smart served as a Senior Counselor with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). In this role, he acted as a regional support person for India and contributed significantly to the development and implementation of the \u201cHarm Reduction\u201d program. His involvement in the H-13 Project, a key initiative under the UNODC, reflects his commitment to evidence-based interventions and inclusive, humane approaches to addiction treatment. In addition to his national and international roles, Mr. Smart has actively contributed to local community initiatives. Notably, he worked in close coordination with the Government of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to design and implement a comprehensive de-addiction program. His efforts led to the establishment of a state-supported de-addiction center, which continues to serve as a crucial support system for individuals and families affected by addiction in the region. Mr. Smart\u2019s work also includes collaboration with the Pune Police Department, where he spearheaded awareness and prevention campaigns targeting diverse segments of society. He conducted workshops and educational sessions in colleges, residential societies, and corporate environments, focusing on substance abuse prevention, early intervention, and the importance of community support in recovery. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Dwijen Smart has built a legacy of compassionate care, professional excellence, and strategic leadership in the field of de-addiction. His multidisciplinary approach and dedication to service have made a lasting impact on countless individuals and institutions alike. He continues to be a respected voice and advocate for progressive, humane, and science-driven addiction recovery solutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_canvas","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2776","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2776","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2776"}],"version-history":[{"count":40,"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2776\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4288,"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2776\/revisions\/4288"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/techpadia.com\/Santulan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2776"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}