Goodman Sibeko

2025 African Union Consultation for Drug Demand Reduction in Arusha, Tanzania

Shared by Goodman Sibeko - 13 December 2024
Attendees at the African Union Consultation for Drug Demand Reduction in Arusha, Tanzania

The African Union Commission (AUC) has held an annual continental consultation for Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) since 2015.  AUC member states are each represented by their respective DDR national focal points, allowing member states an opportunity to present national DDR activities in a peer-review platform that also allows engagement with invited subject matter experts.  This year’s consultation was held in Arusha, Tanzania from 10-13 December 2024, and included Traditional Leaders from Southern Africa. The theme for this year’s consultation was “Prevention is better than Cure: Towards...

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Promouvoir le Traitement comme Alternative à l’Incarcération pour les Usagers de Substances

Shared by Radolf Nortey - 10 December 2024
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Du 14 au 18 Octobre 2024 a eu lieu à Lomé /Hôtel concorde, un atelier de formation sur les alternatives à  l’incarcération (ATI).

Organisé par le CNAD en collaboration avec ISSUP Togo, avec l'appui technique et financier de la Commission de la CEDEAO et du Colombo Plan; cet atelier a connu la participation d'une vingtaine d'acteurs multisectoriels.

L'objectif de cette initiative pilote est de proposer le traitement comme alternative à la condamnation pour les personnes souffrant de troubles liés à l'usage de substances psychoactives en contact avec le système de justice pénale.

James Harvey

Recovery Survey

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 19 November 2024
The Global Recovery Network is committed to providing valuable and relevant content for our community. 
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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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Rasha Abi Hana

ISSUP at Lisbon Addictions 2024: Empowering the Workforce of the Future

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 5 November 2024
Learning from Africa: Workforce Development, Enhancement, and Support Session at Lisbon Addictions.

From October 23rd to 25th, 2024, Lisbon hosted the Lisbon Addictions 2024 Conference, bringing together 2,231 participants from around the world. The event provided a dynamic platform for sharing the latest research in addiction science and exploring future directions in addiction policy and practice. The Conference theme, "Empowering the Workforce of the Future," focused on strengthening the workforce in addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery, underscoring the critical need for well-trained professionals to meet the evolving demands of the field.

ISSUP actively participated in the...

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ISSUP Newsletter - Issue 182 (9 October 2024)

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 9 October 2024
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Don't miss our latest newsletter for details of recent meetings and activities in Latin America and Africa. This issue also includes information on how to gain advanced clinical skills with the UTC16 Self Led Course.

Read it here: Issue 182

 

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James Harvey

Prévention et lutte contre l'usage des substances psychoactives basée sur la communauté: Les coalitions anti-drogue et le réseau national des professionnels en prévention, traitement et de réhabilitation au Togo lancés

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 27 August 2024
Prévention et lutte contre l'usage des substances psychoactives basée sur la communauté: Les coalitions anti-drogue et le réseau national des professionnels en prévention, traitement et de réhabilitation au Togo lancés.
Le Comité National Anti-Drogue (CNAD) en collaboration avec ses partenaires, a organisé ce 13 août 2024, à Lomé, un forum de lancement des coalitions anti-drogue et du réseau national des professionnels en prévention, traitement et de réhabilitation au Togo.
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Rasha Abi Hana

THE WORLD DRUG REPORT 2024: Webinar for Civil Society

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 17 July 2024
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Learn about global drug trends from the authors of the World Drug Report 2024!

UNODC experts will present the World Drug Report 2024, giving an overview of the latest developments and diving into the most up-to-date global data. In the...

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Rasha Abi Hana

Stimulants: Understanding Use, Impact, and Responses Reading List

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 26 March 2024
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Stimulants are a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, and attention while elevating mood. They achieve these effects by enhancing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain.

Many stimulant-related hazards are linked to intensive, high-dose, or long-term usage. The mode of administration plays a significant moderating role; injecting stimulants and smoking crack cocaine or methamphetamine have been specifically associated with more problematic use behaviours. Even people who use stimulants sporadically or...

James Harvey

Apply for In-Person Training at the Thessaloniki 2024 Global Event

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 28 November 2023
The 2024 Global Event will be held in Thessaloniki, Greece between 24th & 28th June, 2024. The event is organised by ISSUP and ISSUP Greece, INL, the Centers for the Prevention of Addictions, the Promotion of Psychosocial Health SEIRIOS and ICUDDR. The event will take place in the historic center of Thessaloniki, on the premises of the ‘International Exhibition & Congress Centre of TIF-HELEXPO’ and surrounding conference rooms in museums and social institutions.
We are excited to announce that registration for the in-person training sessions at the Thessaloniki 2024 Global Event is now live!
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Rasha Abi Hana

2024 NIDA International Forum: Call for Research Poster Abstracts and Travel Award Requests

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 20 November 2023
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The NIDA International Program will bring together attendees from around the globe for the in-person 2024 NIDA International Forum, which will be held June 14-17 in Montreal, Canada.

 

The Forum research symposium, poster session, and...

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Rasha Abi Hana

2024 NIDA International Forum: Call for Research Poster Abstracts and Travel Award Requests

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 8 November 2023
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Call for Research Poster Abstract Submissions and Travel Award Requests

Submission Deadline: January 14, 2024

Present your international drug use and addiction research during the 2024 NIDA International Forum, which will be held June 14–17, 2024, in Montreal, Canada. 

The NIDA International Program invites research poster abstract submissions and travel award applications from researchers around the world. Join for the Forum research symposium, interactive workshops, the poster session, and networking activities. 

 2024 FORUM SUBMISSION AND REGISTRATION SCHEDULE 

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James Harvey

Ulusal Fasıllar Genel Kurul Toplantısı 2023

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 6 November 2023
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ISSUP, 26 Ekim 2023 tarihinde bir Genel Ulusal Bölümler toplantısına ev sahipliği yapmıştır. Bu toplantı çevrimiçi olarak gerçekleştirildi ve dünya çapında ISSUP Ulusal Bölümleri için iki yılda bir yapılan çağrının bir parçasını oluşturdu.
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Rasha Abi Hana

Introducing our new "Prevention Lists" resource!

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 6 November 2023
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We are excited to announce the latest addition to our Professional Development section—a dedicated area called "Prevention Lists." This resource is tailored for those keen on exploring evidence-based prevention programs and accessing information about effective prevention interventions.

Within this section, you will find a curated collection of resources, all of which have been developed by esteemed organisations specialising in the curation and evaluation of prevention practices.

We value the wealth of knowledge and insights within our ISSUP community. Therefore, we invite all our...

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