Shared by James Harvey
(ISSUP staff) - 8 de Janeiro de 2025
The National Chapters Team held a pivotal 2-day virtual meeting from 10th – 11th December 2024 to evaluate the current operational model for National Chapters and identify opportunities for improvement and growth. The meeting was dubbed a ‘Vision Meeting’ to reflect the core agenda: Crafting a forward-looking plan for the ISSUP National Chapters.
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...
Shared by James Harvey
(ISSUP staff) - 19 de Novembro de 2024
Na semana passada, a Associação de Profissionais de Dependência de Botswana - BAAP / ISSUP Botswana teve a honra de participar dos painéis de discussão do Diálogo da Juventude do Serviço de Polícia de Botswana, centrados no tema: "Eu sou afetado: quebrando o ciclo de violência baseada em gênero, uso de substâncias e melhoria da saúde mental".
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.
Shared by Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom
- 15 de Novembro de 2024
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ISSUP Webinar
ISSUP Botswana and ISSUP India, in collaboration with the GRN, present: "Global Perspectives on Recovery: Evidence-Based Practices, Women’s Lived Experiences, and the Role of Peer Service Providers in SUD Treatment."
Shared by Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom
- 30 de Outubro de 2024
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A ISSUP Botswana e a ISSUP Índia, em colaboração com a GRN, apresentam: "Perspectivas Globais sobre Recuperação: Práticas Baseadas em Evidências, Experiências Vividas pelas Mulheres e o Papel dos Prestadores de Serviços de Pares no Tratamento de SUD".
Shared by James Harvey
(ISSUP staff) - 9 de Outubro de 2024
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.
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...
Shared by James Harvey
(ISSUP staff) - 1 de Julho de 2024
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Report
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UNODC
A global reference on drug markets, trends and policy developments, the World Drug Report offers a wealth of data and analysis and in 2024 comprises several elements tailored to different audiences.
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...
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...
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.
Shared by James Harvey
(ISSUP staff) - 6 de Novembro de 2023
A ISSUP sediou uma reunião dos Capítulos Nacionais Gerais em 26 de outubro de 2023. Esta reunião foi realizada online e fez parte de uma chamada semestral para os Capítulos Nacionais da ISSUP em todo o mundo.