We are excited to announce the upcoming "Geneva Course on Drug Policy, Public Health & Diplomacy", hosted from January 27-30, 2025. This blended learning course is co-sponsored by the Global Commission on Drug Policy the Université de Genève’s Faculté de médecine - UNIGE and the Geneva Graduate Institute’s Global Health Centre. Topics include: 🔹 The international Drug Control Regime 🔹 Drug control, public health, harm reduction and human rights 🔹 Current issues surrounding cannabis, the opioid epidemic, and access to controlled medicines 🔹 Perspectives for drug policy reform in the current global diplomatic context Don't miss the opportunity to engage with experts and shape the future of drug policy! 📅 Registration coming soon! For more information, email: Kamila Guseinova | [email protected] #DrugPolicy #PublicHealth #Diplomacy #HarmReduction
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Created in 2011 by former Heads of State and government of the Americas and Europe with the aim of catalyzing an honest and realistic debate on drugs, the Global Commission on Drug Policy gathers twenty-nine global leaders working to inspire better drug policy globally based on scientific evidence and human rights. The commission has continued to evolve, bringing in former heads of states, Nobel Prize winners and other influential global leaders to lend their voices, political and social influence, to raise awareness on drug policy and advocate for evidence-, scientific- and human rights- based drug policy reform. Capitalizing on their diverse geographic representation and knowledge, they aim to raise awareness on the failure of the current drug control regime and promote effective policies. At the international level, Commissioners act as global ambassadors for drug policy reform. At regional, national and local levels, they tailor their actions to the context capitalizing on their diverse geographic representation and knowledge. There are currently four regional commissions: The Latin America Commission On Drugs and Democracy (LACDD) The West Africa Commission On Drugs (WACD) The Eastern and Central European, and Central Asian Commission On Drug Policy (ECECACD) Eastern and Southern Africa Commission on Drugs (ESACD) The goal is to achieve a profound reform of the drug control system in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals. Over the past decade, the Global Commission has produced publications which lay down a solid basis of knowledge and evidence-based recommendations, while noting the existing and forthcoming challenges. To date, no country has come up with a fully satisfactory set of policies. Polarization between legalization and prohibition blocks the debate. In many countries repressive policies remain firmly in place, hence the need to engage key actors in a constructive debate about viable alternatives.
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Ghada Sleiman
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Marilena Genco
Operations Officer chez Global Commission on Drug Policy
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Anna D. Tomasi
International Human Rights Law & Practice | LL.M., LL.B.
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Brendan Kahn
Advocacy Associate, Global Commission on Drug Policy
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🌍 Join us at the United Nations on September 23 for a crucial discussion on drug policy reform at "Drug Policy Futures: A Development Approach". This in-person event will feature international leaders, including representatives from Colombia, Switzerland, Mexico, other Member States, UN agencies, and key stakeholders. Moderated by #GCDP Commissioner & former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Louise Arbour, this session will explore the future of drug policies from a development perspective. 🗓️ Date: Monday, September 23, 2024 🕒 Time: 3:30 - 5:00 PM (EST) 📍 Location: United Nations Headquarters, Conference Room 6, NYC This is a vital conversation on the intersection of health, justice, and development in drug policy. Don’t miss out—register now: https://lnkd.in/e3uJtfAd #DrugPolicyReform #GlobalCommissionOnDrugPolicy #PublicHealth #UN
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On International Overdose Awareness Day, the Global Commission on Drug Policy urges policymakers, stakeholders, and communities to prioritize public health in tackling the overdose crisis. Essential components of a comprehensive strategy include proven health and social interventions such as harm reduction and decriminalization. Our reports provide a detailed analysis of evidence-based strategies critical for saving lives. Explore our findings and join us in advocating for a compassionate, human rights and health-centered approach to drug policy. 📑 Read Taking Control: Pathways to Drug Policies That Work: https://ow.ly/blS950TaHHn #OverdoseAwarenessDay #HarmReduction #Decriminalization #PublicHealth #StopTheStigma #HealthNotPunishment
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🌍 Helen Clark and Elton John, who established the Elton John AIDS Foundation, are calling for policy makers to #PutPeopleFirst in a co-authored piece for the The Telegraph. This op-ed advocates for a crucial shift towards policies grounded in human rights and evidence-based approaches, as punitive drug laws and stigma have consistently failed marginalized communities, particularly people who use drugs. It’s a compelling call for change that emphasizes the need for a global focus on funding and #HarmReduction services to #EndAIDS. 🔗 Read the full op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/eZhjhn_P #PutPeopleFirst #DrugPolicy #PublicHealth #HumanRights #AIDS2024
The war on drugs has failed
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🌍 Honoring Nelson Mandela's Legacy 🌍 Nelson Mandela's legacy is a powerful reminder of the importance of prioritizing human rights with evidence-based policies. This Nelson Mandela International Day, the Global Commission on Drug Policy reaffirms its commitment to advocating for drug policies that put people's well-being first. 💡 We believe that everyone deserves access to comprehensive health care and support. Together, we can honor Mandela's vision by ensuring our policies reflect these values. 📘 Learn about effective pathways to drug policy reform in our comprehensive report: https://lnkd.in/eR23fS5z Join us in making a difference! Share your thoughts and let’s continue the conversation. #MandelaDay #GCDP #HumanRights #EvidenceBasedPolicy
Taking Control: Pathways to Drug Policies That Work.
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