What is ISSUP?

We are an international network that unites, connects and shares knowledge across the substance use workforce. We aim to make the work of our members as effective as possible through knowledge sharing, training and networking opportunities.

Who is ISSUP for?

ISSUP is for everyone who is doing something to address substance use in a variety of settings. This includes health and treatment professionals, prevention practitioners, market disruption and supply, law enforcement, policy makers, and community-led groups like youth and volunteers.

52,396 ISSUP Members worldwide

Map showing distribution of ISSUP members around the world

News

ISSUP Newsletter - Issue 221 (8 July 2026)

In the latest issue of the ISSUP Newsletter, explore what the 2026 World Drug Report means for our work, listen to the final two episodes of Democratising Evidence with Dr David Patton, and discover how ISSUP members can publish a free article in the Addictology journal.

Latest Webinars

Behavioural Addiction among Youths: Patterns and Innovative strategies for Prevention

ISSUP Nigeria would like to invite you to the 34th session of its bi-monthly webinar in the Knowledge Update Series. This webinar will focus on the topic 'Behavioural Addiction among Youths: Patterns and Innovative strategies for Prevention'.
Lokasi Online
Tanggal 28 July 2026

The ISSUP Exchange Podcast

Democratising Evidence with David Patton Pt. 3: Participatory Research in Practice

Published by The ISSUP Exchange - Episode 6.3
Tanggal 07 Jul 2026