Briefing for Civil Society on UNODC Drug Policy Matters

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is pleased to remind you of the online briefing on drug policy matters that will take place on 14 October 2026, from 15:00 to 16:30 CET.

The briefing aims to inform CSOs about UNODC’s evidence- and science-based work grounded in international law and drug control conventions, and provide an opportunity for CSOs to engage with UNODC experts on policy issues including the UN Common Position on drugs, decriminalization of drug use, harm reduction, access to controlled substances for medical and scientific use, alternative development, and synthetic drugs.
The briefing is designed to provide a space for dialogue between UNODC and relevant civil society organizations, allowing CSOs direct access to UNODC expertise on these matters, foster dialogue among practitioners, and support collaboration across sectors and regions. 
 

Agenda: 

• Opening & Introduction 
• UNODC Thematic Presentation 
• Q&A / Interactive Discussion