This workshop is an introduction to drug policy advocacy which will teach participants about drug use and drug policies at a global and regional level, and provide strategies for advocacy on human rights, health and drug policies.
This year's exchange will feature a large variety of discussion and workshops, including an IDPC workshop, on various thematic areas linked to access to justice.
The Human Rights Council's session will take place in September. NGOs are welcomed to attend and discuss a variety of topics related to human rights issues in Sub-Saharan Africa and South-East Asia.
The International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event during which local and international organisations host events to promote health, reduce stigma and commemorate those who have been lost to a drug overdose.
On 21st July, we honour and remember those who have perished in wholly avoidable deaths, and stand in solidarity with affected communities worldwide in demanding policies and attitudes that uplift and support people who use drugs.
Under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council the event will explore 6 of the sustainable development goals and the overarching theme of people empowerment and inclusiveness.
The World Drug Report will be launched during a Special Event of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) on the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, chaired by Ambassador Mirghani Abbaker Altayeb Bakhet, Chair of the 62nd session of the CND.