Busz et al. offer an account of the evolution of Dutch harm reduction and the ongoing need for reinvestment in harm reduction infrastructure and rights-based solutions.
Zoorob et al. reveal fentanyl as a large driver of the US overdose epidemic, whilst dispelling misconceptions about the effect of Oregon's drug decriminalisation policies on rises in mortality and overdose rates.
PRI offers analysis of global challenges, including overcrowding, mental health issues, corruption, and the growing use of digital technologies, whilst also showcasing innovative solutions toward reform.
IDPC and LBHM critically assess the country's punitive drug policies and their impact on prison overcrowding, recommending increased health-oriented provision and legal reforms.
IDPC discusses alternative measures to incarceration implemented in Thailand from the perspectives of practitioners and people involved in the criminal legal system.
The UNSR on the right to health highlights global harm reduction practices, urging states to abandon punitive approaches to safeguard marginalised populations' rights for sustainable peace and development.
Rouhani et al. explore how US prosecutors use harm reduction principles to shape criminal justice outcomes for people who use drugs, revealing the potential for pro-drug policy reform.
CERD calls attention to the disproportionate impact of the criminal legal system on racialised people and groups, urging the UK to consistently apply anti-discrimination laws and engage in relevant policy reform.
Brown's overview urges government bodies to prioritise gender-sensitive care in harm reduction services, highlighting the need for targeted funding and support for women who use drugs.
Hedden-Claytone et al. explore the power of a harm reduction educational programme designed for people who supply drugs in mitigating drug-related harms.
Nyx & Kalicum dive deep into the development and operational challenges faced by the DULF Compassion Club, offering insight for future non-medicalised efforts to reduce overdose or regulate markets.
Nelson & Nnam analyse how Nigeria's socio-legal environment surrounding drug use impacts young women's cannabis use patterns, calling for structural-level interventions to foster safer use.
