What is ISSUP?
We are an international network that unites, connects and shares knowledge across the substance use workforce. We aim to make the work of our members as effective as possible through knowledge sharing, training and networking opportunities.
Who is ISSUP for?
ISSUP is for everyone who is doing something to address substance use in a variety of settings. This includes health and treatment professionals, prevention practitioners, market disruption and supply, law enforcement, policy makers, and community-led groups like youth and volunteers.
52,953 ISSUP Members worldwide
Map showing distribution of ISSUP members around the world
News
ISSUP Launches Global Youth Survey on International Youth Day 2026
Young people, aged between 18 and 35, from around the world who are involved in or interested in substance use, health, prevention, treatment, recovery, policy, crime prevention and criminal justice, and related fields are encouraged to participate.
Latest Webinars
Foundational Habits for Early Career Professionals
Join our upcoming webinar on Foundational Habits for Early Career Professionals with Cary Hopkins Hall, MA, CAP
Location Online
Date 29 August 2026
Knowledge Share
2026 National Drug Control Strategy - The White House
Published by Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP)
Date 04 May 2026
Knowledge Share
The New Drug World: Strengthening Collaboration to Address Synthetic Drug Threats
Published by Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.
Date 30 Jun 2026
The ISSUP Exchange Podcast
Democratising Evidence with David Patton Pt. 4: The Future of Evidence
Published by The ISSUP Exchange - Episode 6.4
Date 07 Jul 2026