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AHRA Advocates for Evidence-Based Drug Policies at UN CND: Read Our Position Statement! AHRA’s stance at the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs: Southeast Asia must prioritize human rights & health in drug policies. Our call for evidence-based harm reduction strategies, increased funding, & policy reform is clear. Read our position statement for details. #DrugPolicy #AHRA #UN #CND

AHRA's stance at the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs: AHRA Advocates for Evidence-Based Drug Policies at UN CND: Read Our Position Statement! Southeast Asia must prioritize human rights & health in drug policies. Our call for evidence-based harm reduction strategies, increased funding, & policy reform is clear. Read our position statement for details at www.harmredutionsea.org #DrugPolicy #AHRA #UN #CND

🌏 Proud! AHRA colleagues, at the CND Mid-Term Review. It's time for urgent change! Let's end harmful drug policies and prioritize funding for harm reduction and public health initiatives. #CND @Review #HarmReduction #publichealth

🟣 #CND67 | #Today is a #HISTORIC day: the concept of "harm reduction" breaks the historical consensus of the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs (#CND) and winds of change are on the horizon. For the first time the #CND has included this term in a resolution. This has occurred during the 67th session, in Vienna, Austria. The incorporation of "harm reduction" implies opening a small crack, more aligned with the real needs of today's world: no longer focused on punitive or criminalization, but on minimizing the negative impacts of drug use through public policies and laws, both at the health, social and legal levels.    The tireless agenda of this great family that is civil society, which has been advancing harm reduction strategies for more than 30 years, finally has a recognition of their hard work and the rights of those who use drugs. From #Metzineres we celebrate this moment and continue to advocate for policies on drug use to be approached from the full spectrum of "harm reduction", without judgment or coercion, addressing not only consumption but structural factors such as housing, work, leisure and bonds of trust.

🌍 World Drug Day 2024: Invest in Prevention for a Healthier Future As we mark World Drug Day on June 26, 2024, it’s crucial to recognize this year’s theme: “The evidence is clear: invest in prevention.” This day, officially known as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, aims to raise awareness about the severe impact of drug abuse on individuals and society. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) emphasizes the importance of prevention, advocating for evidence-based policies and interventions that prioritize human rights, compassion, and respect for individuals who use drugs. Effective prevention can save lives, reduce the burden on healthcare systems, and foster healthier communities. Join us in spreading awareness, supporting prevention efforts, and combating the stigma and discrimination faced by those affected by drug use. Together, we can work towards a world free of drug abuse. #WorldDrugDay #InvestInPrevention #StopStigma #HealthyCommunities Sources: UNODC, Government of South Africa, Vienna NGO Committee on Drugs.

The technical committee of the Mechanism for EU/CELAC Coordination on #drugpolicies discusses today in #Brussels the strategic issues for both regions in the next 5️⃣ years. 👉 They are included in La Paz Declaration, signed in February 2024. 🔝 Key points and advances presented by COPOLAD III in the debate: 1️⃣ New psychoactive substances. 2️⃣ Impact of drug trafficking on the environment. 3️⃣ Social use of confiscated assets. 4️⃣ Alternative Development (AD) to restrain the expansion of illicit economies. With the participation of drug agencies in the meeting, this political roadmap is transferred to the technical sphere. #DrugChallengesEULAC

💊 A collaborative report by the EMCDDA — European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction and Europol has been published, offering crucial insights into the illicit #drugmarkets across the European Union. Aimed at policymakers, decision-makers, and the general public, "EU Drug Markets: In-depth analysis" underlines the complexity and diversity of drug trafficking networks. European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva Johansson, underscores the serious security threat these networks pose, emphasizing the importance of enhancing logistics infrastructure resilience, like seaports, and the necessity for international cooperation. The report supports the development of effective strategies to tackle drug trafficking, promoting security for EU residents and urging a collective effort to address this evolving challenge. #aml #moneylaundering #antimoneylaundering #fianancialcrime

#HarmReduction in #DrugPolicy is a crucial strategy for addressing the global challenge of drug use. This approach prioritizes health and #HumanRights over punitive measures. Key elements include needle and syringe exchange programs, opioid agonist therapy, and drug consumption rooms. These measures have proven effective in reducing the transmission of diseases like #HIV and hepatitis C, and they respect the dignity and rights of individuals who use drugs. Countries like Germany have shown progress in implementing these strategies, demonstrating the global significance of a health-oriented approach to drug policy. The Global Partnership on Drug Policies and Development’s efforts, supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), underscore the importance of comprehensive, humane, and evidence-based responses to the challenges posed by drug use worldwide. Learn more about this health-oriented approach to drug policy at https://lnkd.in/eJUMyx5M

🌍 Amsterdam’s quest for sensible drug regulation Mayor Femke Halsema of the Gemeente Amsterdam spoke at Lisbon Addictions today about the need to talk about sensible drug policies. In her recent speech, Mayor Femke Halsema highlighted a powerful message: ‘the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.’ It’s time for a more pragmatic, public health-focused approach based on evidence. Our current drug policies fall short of achieving societal goals. We need to aim for a coalition for sensible drug policies where health, safety, and well-being are prioritized. A vital part of this vision is the controlled regulation of international drug markets, which can address the issue in a more sustainable, structural way. Only by thinking and acting differently can we drive real change. Join the coalition, sign the manifesto: https://lnkd.in/eNTNejUS #PublicHealth #DrugPolicy #Regulation #EvidenceBasedPolicy #CoalitionForSensibleDrugPolicies #dealingwithdrugs

The United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs voted to change its approach from the criminalization of drug use to focus on drug use as a public health issue that required an approach of harm reduction. This shift aligns the UNCND policy-wise with the approach of the UN General Assembly, the World Health Organization, UNAIDS and the UN Office of Human Rights, all of which revised their policies a decade or more ago. #Drugs #Policy #decriminilization Read more - https://lnkd.in/gaqRbRfP