Nursers training for SUD prevention soft skills
National Hospital -Colombo Sri Lanka -14th August 2025
Nursing Officers are a unique group of professionals who deal with patients and their loved ones. Their contribution to patients and...
ABSTRACT
In 2012, about 3.3 million net deaths, or 5.9% of all global deaths, were attributable to alcohol consumption. There are significant sex differences in the proportion of global deaths attributable to alcohol, for...
On July 2nd, 2025, ISSUP had the privilege of hosting a webinar outlining highlights from the 2025 edition of the World Drug Report (WDR), presented by Ms. Giovanna Campello, Chief of the Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Section at...
DOES UGANDA HAVE AN ALCOHOL BURDEN? What do figures tell us?
An online presentation sponsored by ISSUP-Uganda Chapter
Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Prof. Nazarius Mbona Tumwesigye
English version:
On June 25th, 2025, the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP) held its regional virtual dialogue with the participation of ISSUP National Chapters from several countries: Vietnam, Afghanistan...
ISSUP, in collaboration with Faces & Voices of Recovery, has launched a new Global Recovery Network webinar series to spotlight diverse perspectives on recovery. The first webinar featured Dr. Haner Hernández, a respected expert in the...
This blog post explores how Sweden’s municipal policymaking often falls short of its stated commitments to equality and evidence-based governance—particularly when it comes to addressing intersecting identities and structural inequalities...
Hanoi, March 28, 2025 — In a significant step forward for the field of substance use prevention and care in Vietnam, the WECARE Center and the Center for Training and Research on Substance Abuse – HIV (CREATA-H) co-hosted a national...
Recovery is more than achieving sobriety – it is about building resilience for lifelong wellness. While traditional addiction treatment focuses on abstinence, true recovery requires comprehensive post-treatment support that addresses mental...
In Recognition of Nurses’ Week (May 6–12, 2025)
This global health, nursing-led initiative highlights the vital role of nurses in addressing substance use disorders (SUD) through evidence-based practice. The effort promotes improved health...
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...
The global refugee crisis presents complex challenges, including increased vulnerability to substance abuse. This presentation explores how sports can empower refugees and mitigate alcohol and drug use issues within displaced communities
The training on Universal Treatment Curriculum 6,7 & 8 organized by Foundation for Changing Lives Against Substance Abuse (FOCLASA) took place between 21st to 26TH October, 2024 at Conference hall of Dozaf Gents Hotel, Makurdi, Benue State...
Another counseling teacher training workshop organized and conducted by the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board's Preventive Education and Training Division was held in Kaduwela Education Zone on Monday 21st October 2024.
Counselors...
Abstract submission now open until November 15, 2024
Useful information: How to submit an abstract in ConfTool
Submission Guidelines:
Open September 4 - October 11, 2024
ASAM members and non-members are invited to submit abstracts for poster presentations, focus sessions, and workshop sessions. ASAM encourages investigators, researchers, clinicians...
The International Nurses Society on Addictions (IntNSA) invites you to submit an abstract for oral and/or poster session at the Annual Educational Conference!
The...
Due Date: October 1, 2024
Overview:
The Prevention Science Early Career Reviewer Program aims to both mentor early career researchers in prevention science and increase the pool of possible reviewers. We invite emerging prevention...
