Why do dozens of anti drug agencies like him at the age of 47? Notebook | Lv Jiajun | Unit
"The prodigal son never changes his money, and the anti drug propaganda never stops." "I have personally demonstrated and put myself into action, hoping that the anti drug awareness will deeply penetrate people's hearts." "Anti drug work is always on the way, and Lv Jiajun is on his way."... Two thick notebooks are filled with words of praise and encouragement, and the signatures are from hundreds of units across the country that have been stamped with official seals. Among them, the majority are local drug control offices, drug control brigades, drug rehabilitation centers, etc.
The picture shows the messages left by anti drug departments in various regions on Lv Jiajun's notebook. Photo by Sun Liangquan, journalist from Xinhua News Agency
The owner of the notebook is named Lv Jiajun. At the age of 47, he used to be a "drug addict" with a history of drug use for more than ten years on and off.
Lv Jiajun, who grew up in Shanyin County, Shanxi Province, was sentenced to 6 years in prison at the age of 18 for theft and fighting. After being released from prison, he was exposed to drugs and gradually became addicted. He entered the drug rehabilitation center for the first time in 2013 and for the second time in 2017.
In 2019, a month before leaving the drug rehabilitation center, the mother, who had always been strong and never mentioned her son, left her only last word to Lv Jiajun's brother and daughter before her death: "If he can come back alive, let him be a good person and stop taking drugs."
The death of his mother stung Lu Jiajun, who "lacked the courage and face to face his family and children." Lu Jiajun made up his mind to change his mind.
He left his previous circle of friends and, with the help of drug rehabilitation police, went to work at an electronics factory in Jiangsu. After accidentally seeing a news article about "new drugs harming minors," Lu Jiajun had the idea of telling more people about the dangers of drugs.
"Doing something more meaningful is also challenging oneself." Lv Jiajun quit his job and found someone to modify a flatbed truck. With more than 10000 yuan saved up from his work as start-up funds, he embarked on the journey of hiking to promote drug control.
The picture shows Lu Jiajun walking on the streets of Beijing with a flatbed truck. Photo by Sun Liangquan, journalist from Xinhua News Agency
Before the 36th International Anti Drug Day, the reporter met Lu Jiajun, who was walking on the streets of Beijing with a cart. In the three to four hundred pound flatbed truck, there are blankets, clothes, marching beds, tents, and pots, bowls, and stoves. When someone is around, he stops to distribute flyers and talk about the dangers of drugs.
"Sleeping in a tent on a sunny day, curling up in a cart on a rainy day," said Lv Jiajun. At first, his feet were covered in blood, causing him not only physical pain but also mental pain. He had to face the strange looks and comments of others.
Shanxi, Shaanxi, Hubei, Guangdong... Over the past few years, Lu Jiajun's footsteps have crossed 15 provinces, covering a distance of over 16000 kilometers.
Every time he goes to a new place, he will first report to the local public security and drug control department. One is to verify identity information and report it, and the other is to do a urine test to prove one's innocence. Dozens of urine test results have accumulated into a thick stack.
The picture shows Lu Jiajun showing the results of some urine tests he conducted in various places to reporters. Photo by Sun Liangquan, journalist from Xinhua News Agency
On the way, in addition to distributing drug rehabilitation brochures, Lv Jiajun also shared his experience and warned people about the dangers of drugs. He was also invited by the public security police to enter the community, school, and drug rehabilitation center to share his experience in drug rehabilitation, and received many trophies and certificates.
After learning how to live stream, Lv Jiajun's live broadcast room was almost filled with accusations and insults. Later, he became accustomed to being scolded. Lv Jiajun said, "They were right, and it's okay to curse from their perspective. I did indeed do something wrong in the past."
The picture shows Lu Jiajun introducing anti drug knowledge to people. Photo by Sun Liangquan, journalist from Xinhua News Agency
Now there are tens of thousands of fans cheering and encouraging him. "Most of them are people who have made mistakes and their families," Lu Jiajun said. On the way, he met the families of some drug addicts and discussed with him how to quit drugs with helpless and helpless eyes. He also carries the hope and courage of others now.
Embarking on the path of drug rehabilitation is a lifelong experience. On the road, the Lu Jia army plans to travel across the country and then return home to farm. If they have the ability, they will help people with similar experiences in various forms.
"Living is a belief, love and responsibility," said Lu Jiajun.
