This briefing paper by IDPC and AFRILAW presents new evidence on the physical and mental violence faced by people who use drugs in Nigeria, both at the hands of law enforcement agents and in drug treatment centres.
Transform provides a summary of key available data on which to assess the effectiveness of the MDA 1971, covering impacts in terms of the criminal legal system, health and trends in drug markets.
Harm Reduction International provides an update on legislative, policy and practical developments related to the use of capital punishment for drug offences.
The INCB reviews the functioning of the international drug control system and includes an analysis of the availability of controlled substances for medical and scientific purposes, particularly in humanitarian emergencies.
Women Beyond Walls makes a compelling case for the need to resource work with and for women and girls impacted by the criminal legal system, including as a result of drug criminalisation.
IDPC presents key research on how the Committee on NGOs has effectively restricted civic space for drug NGOs wishing to engage in UN proceedings, and offers key recommendations for member states as they are preparing to elect new members of the Committee on NGOs in April 2022.
