Barbara Correa

UPC CORE training for Youth Leaders

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UPC Core closing remarks

Jimena Kalawski, Chief of the Demand Reduction Unit of the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission (CICAD) of the Organization of American States (OAS), and Barbara Correa, Regional Coordinator of the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP), offered welcoming remarks at the closing of a training for young leaders based on the Universal Prevention Curriculum (UPC).

Twenty-seven youth from nine Latin American Member States participated in this online training, developed within the framework of the priority that the CICAD Executive Secretariat gives to youth prevention...

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Rasha Abi Hana

Asia-Pacific Society for Prevention Research Conference 2025

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The Asia-Pacific Society for Prevention Research has extended the poster submission deadline for this year’s conference to Thursday, 13th November.

To submit a poster, email asiapacificspr [at] gmail [dot] com with your poster attached by the new...

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Building Prevention Capacity: IEP Workshop Brings Together 17 Countries

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We’re excited to share that ISSUP has successfully launched the pilot of the Investing in Evidence-Based Prevention (IEP) Workshop, attended by 18 participants from 17 countries. The workshop was delivered in two online sessions, held on 14 and 21 August, bringing together policy-makers, decision-makers and funders. 

 

The IEP workshop was developed by Jeff Lee, and Rachele Donini, together with the Scientific Support Team (SST). The pilot was delivered by Rachele Donini as trainer. 

 

The first session, Introduction to Prevention Science, focused on the fundamentals of prevention...

Rasha Abi Hana

Resources for Building Compassionate and Responsive Recovery Systems 

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Resources for Building Compassionate and Responsive Recovery Systems 
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Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process—it is dynamic, multifaceted, and deeply individual. To truly support individuals on their recovery journey, practitioners must access tools, systems, and knowledge that reflect the realities of those they serve.
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Global status report on alcohol and health and treatment of substance use disorders

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The WHO Global Status Report on Alcohol and Health and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders provides a comprehensive snapshot of global trends in alcohol consumption, related harms, and national policy responses, alongside the availability and quality of treatment services for alcohol and drug use disorders.

Key Highlights:

  • Presents the latest data from WHO Member States, aligned with SDG Health Target 3.5: “Strengthen prevention and treatment of substance abuse, including narcotic drug abuse and harmful use of alcohol.”

  • Offers updated insights on global alcohol consumption patterns...

James Harvey

Impact Survey

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This survey is a collaborative effort by ICUDDR, NECPAM and ISAM. Together, we are trying to assess the impact recent reductions in funding have had to the workforce of fields dealing with substance use related issues.
Barbara Correa

Desarrollo del "Curriculum de Prevención, Tratamiento y Recuperación del uso de drogas para organizaciones basadas en la Fe"

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Faith-based ong

El "Curriculum de Prevención, Tratamiento y Recuperación del uso de drogas para organizaciones basado en la Fe" se desarrolló con el objetivo de fortalecer las capacidades de los agentes pastorales en la atención a personas con uso problemático de sustancias. La iniciativa, liderada por la OEA-CICAD, contó con la participación de 19 agentes de iglesias cristianas católicas y no católicas, generando un espacio de aprendizaje y colaboración. Dicho evento tuvo una duración de 40 horas lectivas desde el 22 de abril hasta el 26 de abril ambas fechas inclusive.

Los participantes del programa...

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​​​​​​​¡Seguimos construyendo juntos comunidades más saludables y resilientes!

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En el marco de la Semana ISSUP, contamos con la “Capacitación del Currículum de Prevención, Tratamiento y Recuperación del Uso de Drogas para Organizaciones Basadas en la Fe”. 🙌🏼

Durante este taller, trabajamos con hogares y organizaciones comprometidas con las buenas prácticas basadas en la fe, fortaleciendo sus capacidades para ofrecer una respuesta efectiva, compasiva y fundamentada en evidencia frente al uso de sustancias. 🧠💚

Agradecemos a todos los participantes por su entrega y dedicación. 💪🏼🇸🇻

#ISSUP #ISSUPsv #Prevención #Tratamiento #Recuperación #SaludMental #BuenasPrácticas...

Barbara Correa

¡Jóvenes que previenen, lideran! 💪🏻

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"Prevención a través del arte escénico"

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Durante la semana ISSUP El Salvador, realizamos un impactante Foro Teatro con el programa #SMASHED en colaboración con FEDISAL, donde a través del arte y la interacción, inspiramos a jóvenes a tomar decisiones saludables y libres de sustancias .

¡Seguimos transformando vidas con creatividad, conciencia y compromiso!

Barbara Correa

“Prevención del consumo de drogas en ambientes educativos”

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¡Así vivimos el Foro “Prevención del consumo de drogas en ambientes educativos”!✨

Un espacio para unir🤝, sanar❤️‍🩹y Crecer🌱con estrategias basadas en evidencia.

¡Sigamos apostando por entornos educativos saludables! 📚

 

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Semana ISSUP El Salvador: Unir - Sanar - Crecer, redefiniendo tu vida

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Esta semana dimos inicio a un evento muy especial 🇸🇻

El pasado lunes inauguramos oficialmente la Semana ISSUP El Salvador denominada “Unir - Sanar - Crecer, redefiniendo tu vida” ✨

Durante estos días estaremos desarrollando una serie de eventos simultáneos que buscan fortalecer el trabajo en prevención y tratamiento sobre el uso de sustancias.

¡Una semana llena de aprendizaje, conexión y compromiso! 🧠🤝🌎

#ISSUP #ISSUPElSalvador #SemanaISSUP2025 #Prevención #SaludMental  #CapítuloNacional #UnidosPorLaPrevención #ElSalvador

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Rasha Abi Hana

An Overview of the International Drug Policy Academy

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The International Drug Policy Academy (IDPA), established by the Council of Europe's Pompidou Group, is dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of professionals involved in drug policy and addiction services. With over 50 years of international cooperation and capacity building, the IDPA aims to bridge the gap between policy, research, and practice across various sectors, fostering the development of coherent and sustainable drug policies.  

 

Objectives of the IDPA

 

  • Capacity Building: Strengthening the skills of professionals for effective design, management and evaluation of drug...
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Canadian Substance Use Costs and Harms Online Data Visualisation Tool

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CSUCH’s data visualisation tool can be used to estimate substance use trends across the country. The data helps inform programs, practices, and research to protect communities, save lives, and improve the well-being of people in Canada.

 

Spotlight: Top 3 causes of death due to substance use in Canada 


More than 200 people died each day due to substance use (SU) in 2020 (the latest year for which data are available). That works out to 73,994 deaths that year. The average age of death due to SU was 45 years. Tobacco use caused 63% (46,366) of SU-related deaths, followed by alcohol at 23%...

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The Psychology of Addiction and Obesity: New Treatments

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Adi Zuloff-Shani Ph.D. Psychedelics to the Rescue

Addiction and obesity share similar neurological pathways, both linked to compulsive behaviors and the brain's reward system. Research has highlighted the potential of GLP-1 receptor agonists, originally developed for diabetes, to help manage both appetite and addictive cravings. These medications, such as semaglutide, may regulate addictive behaviors by influencing reward circuits in the brain. However, they come with potential side effects, and their long-term effects are still under investigation.

In addition, a new compound, 5-Methoxy-2-aminoindane (MEAI), is being researched for its...

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Profesionalisasi tenaga kerja dan mengenang Jeff Lee

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Minggu ini, kami mengucapkan selamat tinggal kepada teman dan mentor kami yang baik, Jeff Lee, Direktur Eksekutif pendiri ISSUP. Jeff adalah pendukung teguh untuk profesionalisasi pencegahan, bersikeras bahwa mereka yang bekerja di bidang ini harus dikhususkan dengan tepat. Dia sering mengingatkan kita bahwa meskipun generalis dan spesialis perawatan bermaksud baik dan tertanam dalam komunitas mereka, mereka tidak selalu berada di posisi terbaik untuk mengembangkan dan menerapkan sistem pencegahan berbasis bukti. Jeff menekankan bahwa pencegahan harus diperlakukan sebagai ilmu yang berbeda...

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James Harvey

Pertemuan Visi Bab Nasional

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Bab Nasional ISSUP.
Tim Bab Nasional mengadakan pertemuan virtual 2 hari yang penting dari 10 – 11 Desember 2024 untuk mengevaluasi model operasional saat ini untuk Bab Nasional dan mengidentifikasi peluang untuk peningkatan dan pertumbuhan. Pertemuan itu dijuluki 'Pertemuan Visi' untuk mencerminkan agenda inti: Menyusun rencana berwawasan ke depan untuk Cabang Nasional ISSUP.
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James Harvey

Recovery Survey

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The Global Recovery Network is committed to providing valuable and relevant content for our community. 

To ensure our upcoming webinar series aligns with the needs and interests of our audience, we have developed this survey with U.S. based Faces and Voices of Recovery to determine which topics may be of most relevance. Our goal is to offer webinars that not only inform but also develop and build skills that support recovery, advocacy, and professional growth.
 
Your feedback is crucial in helping us design a webinar series that resonates with and benefits you.

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