Participation and accountability

Publications1 December 2024

'No penalties. No arrests. No jails': Perspectives on drug decriminalisation among people who inject drugs in Sydney

Dertadian and Sentas examine community members' drug policy preferences, noting widespread support for non-punitive responses, yet skepticism regarding politicians' capacity to effect change.

Blog26 June 2024

World Drug Day 2024: Human rights and harm reduction take centre stage while UN drugs agency grapples with denial

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?

News20 June 2024

The weight of inaction: The mothers fighting the war on drugs in Brazil

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'.

Events

Advancing drug policy reform at the local level

Geneva, Switzerland / Online

26 June 2024 - 26 June 2024

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.

News13 May 2024

Philippines: Marcos says he will not hand Duterte to ICC over drug war

ICC prosecutors estimate the death toll of Duterte's 'war on drugs' at between 12,000 and 30,000.

Publications11 April 2024

'Lives on hold': Fifth monitoring report by Service Users Rights in Action (SURIA)

SURIA exposes ongoing challenges in Ireland's OAT practices, revealing shortcomings and the urgent need for reform.

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

News10 March 2024

Philippine drug war won’t end with Duterte in jail

Beyond the former president's culpability, the country must engage in a process of accountability and change to ensure this tragedy is not repeated.

Blog25 January 2024

In the face of more drug deaths in Britain, we must build a community of resistance

This first-of-its kind hub would provide a safe space, harm reduction supplies and resources, legal advocacy services, and community support.

Publications19 January 2024

Who is in, for how long and what for. Exploring the social dimension of cannabis social clubs in Barcelona, 2017-2020

Obradors-Pineda et al. shed light on membership demographics, patterns of procurement and the clubs' role as spaces for community care and harm reduction.

News5 June 2023

Police demolished 'illegal' drug consumption room in Helsinki

Harm reduction activists set up the site as an act of civil disobedience, highlighting deficiencies in the country's public health response to people who use drugs.

News14 February 2023

Ireland: Cabinet approves new Citizens' Assembly on drug use

The Government said the initiative sought to identify changes in laws, policies and practices effective at reducing drug-related harms.

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