Decriminalisation, legal regulation & reform

Decriminalisation

Publications16 April 2024

Decriminalising drug use and sex work to end the criminalisation of poverty and homelessness - Submission to the UNSRs on the right to adequate housing and on extreme poverty and human rights

IDPC and other organisations encourage the Special Rapporteurs to acknowledge the harmful effects of criminalising drug use and sex work in relation to the policing of people living in poverty in public spaces.

Events

Support. Don't Punish Global Day of Action 2024

World

26 June 2024

Ahead of the next Global Day of Action (26 June 2024), let us once more mobilise in transnational solidarity to reclaim power and rights for our communities, nurture our growing movement, and demand accountability and redress.

Publications9 April 2024

For a drug policy that makes Europe safer, healthier, and more just - Drug policy manifesto for the 2024 European Parliament elections

Over 30 European organisations acknowledge the failure of drug policies and demand a new approach prioritising health, rights, and community participation

Publications4 April 2024

In defence of the decriminalisation of drug possession in the UK

Stevens et al. explain how decriminalising drug possession is an immediate first step towards reducing the harms of punitive drug policies and drug-related harm.

Blog1 April 2024

As cannabis regulation becomes a reality in Europe, racial justice must be at the centre of our movement’s advocacy

Germany's cannabis reform signals a continental step in the right direction, but it is also a missed opportunity to centre racial justice and social equity

News23 March 2024

UNAIDS welcomes the adoption of a crucial resolution recognizing harm reduction measures at the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs

UNAIDS welcomes CND's first mention of the term 'harm reduction', a key component of a health-oriented response.

News10 March 2024

Ireland: Call for part of Misuse of Drugs Act to be repealed

Adopting a health-led approach to drug use must involve the end to criminalisation and stigma.

News10 March 2024

Minor drug seizures by Vancouver Police increased after 'decriminalization,' data indicates

By waiving seizure only in a limited type of cases, B.C.'s exemption falls short from expectations.

Publications10 March 2024

New approaches to cannabis culture

Niaah et al. lead an issue of Caribbean Quarterly, offering insights into the regional cannabis landscape, exploring policy and regulatory challenges and opportunities, socio-cultural significance, and many other dimensions.

News10 March 2024

US: We must hold the Biden administration accountable to the Black community on marijuana reform

The Biden Administration vowed to end cannabis criminalisation, but actions contradict promises.

News10 March 2024

German cannabis legalisation explained

The German federal parliament has voted to decriminalise cannabis possession and home growing, and enable non-profit growers' cooperatives.

Publications10 March 2024

The impact of an unsanctioned compassion club on non-fatal overdose

Kalicum et al. find that enrolling in an unsanctioned compassion club reduced all non-fatal overdose, pointing to the importance of this community-led intervention.

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