Eurasia

Blog13 August 2026

IDPC labelled 'undesirable' by the Russian Federation

IDPC’s designation as an ‘undesirable organisation’ exemplifies Russia’s crackdown on civil society and human rights and, while it will not deter our work, it poses serious risks for people in Russia who engage with or share it.

Events

Harm reduction in Europe in 2026 - Webinar

Online

26 May 2026

Trimbos Institute hosts a webinar exploring how shifting geopolitical priorities in Europe are reshaping drug policy, public health and harm reduction services.

News13 May 2026

The HIV/AIDS response in Eastern Europe and Central Asia cannot be treated as business as usual in the 2026 Political Declaration on HIV and AIDS!

EECA communities and civil society call on governments to ensure that the 2026 Political Declaration on HIV and AIDS protects community-led responses, removes punitive barriers, and sustains harm reduction.

Publications1 April 2026

EUDA Single programming document 2026-2028

The EU Drugs Agency outlines its priorities, focusing on the concept of preparedness to health and security challenges.

Publications24 February 2026

Shrinking civic space and marginalized populations in Eastern Europe & Central Asia

EHRA and partners analyse how shrinking civic space and punitive legal frameworks are undermining community-led HIV and TB responses in the region, directly impacting LGBTQI+ people, people who use drugs, sex workers, and people living with HIV.

IDPC in the Media20 February 2026

Hungary can’t pick and choose EU positions abroad, top court says after cannabis vote

Thumb: Courthouse News Service

News12 February 2026

Why Europe should avoid the trap of repressive drug policy

The European Commission’s proposed 2026–2030 EU Drugs Strategy shifts emphasis toward enforcement and border control, prompting calls to prioritise harm reduction, housing, community-based care and rights-based approaches.

News27 January 2026

Hungary infringed EU law by voting against the Council’s common position regarding the rescheduling of cannabis, EU Court rules

The European Commission may seek financial penalties if it considers that Hungary fails to comply with the judgment.

News11 December 2025

Dance for freedom: Rave revolution in front of the Hungarian Parliament

Thousands gathered to protest Hungary's escalating police harassment of musicians, clubs and young people.

News10 December 2025

New EU Drug Strategy risks undermining health, harm reduction and human rights - Joint letter by 84 civil society organisations

We join 83 organisations urging EU Member States to revise the proposed Drug Strategy and reject a trafficking-only Action Plan, to ensure harm reduction, health and human rights remain central to EU drug policy.

Blog7 December 2025

Why Member States must rebalance the EU Drug Strategy – before it’s too late

The European Commission's new Drug Strategy promotes a worrying security-driven 'drug threat' narrative that fails to prioritise health and human rights over punishment.

Events

Harm reduction across South-Eastern Europe: struggle and hope beyond the numbers

Online

25 November 2025

This webinar examines the crossroads facing harm reduction in South-Eastern Europe, shining a light on service shutdowns, innovation, and the community resilience keeping people alive.

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