The Support. Don't Punish Global Day of Action reflects the growing movement against the 'war on drugs', uniting communities under a shared banner to demand rights-affirming drug policies, harm reduction, and collective action for a fairer future.
Drugs Research Network Scotland to host an in-person event on best practices for involving individuals with living and lived experience in substance use research.
Dertadian and Sentas examine community members' drug policy preferences, noting widespread support for non-punitive responses, yet skepticism regarding politicians' capacity to effect change.
The UN system increasingly questions the validity of the 'drug war', embracing harm reduction and decriminalisation — so why is UNODC stuck in the inertia of the past?
Women and mothers in Brazil are honouring the memories of their lost loved ones by advocating for justice and an end to the state-sanctioned violence of the 'war on drugs'.
For this annual day of recognition, world leaders will come together for an insightful discussion on the role of local governments in catalyzing change that safeguards public health and human rights.
Over 30 European organisations acknowledge the failure of drug policies and demand a new approach prioritising health, rights, and community participation