Informing local, national, and international policy to manage and reduce substance use e.g., drug policy reform, legislation and regulations, education.
Policy Advocacy
Integrating Addiction Medicine with Treatment Courts
This 4-hour course is designed for medical providers practicing addiction medicine who interact with treatment courts and the justice system. Clinicians will explore the complexities of treating justice-involved individuals and apply practical strategies through case-based learning to enhance collaboration, advocate for evidence-based care, and improve coordination with community resources.
Improving reach and access to health promotion and preventive services for vulnerable children and adolescents
International Conference on Drug Abuse and Addiction Studies (ICODAAS) 2025
The International Conference on Drug Abuse and Addiction Studies (ICODAAS) is an international scientific event committed to advancing knowledge, policy, and practice in the field of substance use and addiction.
CALL FOR PAPERS – Health Policy and Planning supplment: Changing Health Systems: Advancing Justice and Sustainability through Research, Policy and Practice
From Drug Use Prevention to Social Integration: Thematic Discussions (1)
What does the new resolution on evidence-based prevention adopted at the 2025 United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs and other recent political agreements on prevention tell us? What role can governments, civil society and academia play in implementing them?
Natalia Riffo. National Director, SENDA, Government of Chile
Drink and Drugs News Conference 2025
DATE: Thursday 10th July 2025
VENUE: The National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham
We’re excited to announce The DDN Conference 2025!
Minimum Unit Pricing: Lessons for England
Join our webinar to learn everything you need to know about Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) of alcohol. Leading experts will explore the theory behind the policy, its impact in Scotland and Wales, and crucially, what England can learn from their experiences.
European Drugs Summer School (EDSS) 2025
Illicit drugs in Europe: demand, supply and public policies
Special Focus on Synthetic Opioids
Our two week in-person Summer School (23rd of June to 04th of July 2025) prepares professionals and students to meet the complex policy challenges that face Europe and the World in the field of drugs. Teaching staff include scientific experts from the EUDA, researchers, practitioners and policymakers.
Advocacy Skills for Underserved Communities
Time: 3PM - 4:30PM Eastern Time