We stand with the UN SR on the #RightToHealth (Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng) to end the harmful '#WarOnDrugs', which fuels stigma, criminalisation, racism and intersecting oppressions — harming our communities' health. Our statement w/ Amnesty International CELS Harm Reduction International: idpc.net/news/2024/06/f…

🛑 The war on people that is the 'war on drugs' hits marginalised people the hardest. 📘 The latest report by the UN SR on the right to health, Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, shines a light on how punitive policies & practices compound oppression, and need subverting. idpc.net/publications/2…

Listen to Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng talking about her latest report

On today's #WorldDrugDay, we must remember: a human rights-based approach to drug policy is how we protect people's health & save lives. To help #endAIDS, leaders need to move away from punitive approaches to people who use drugs. #SupportDontPunish! 👇🏾 unaids.org/en/resources/p…

The '#WarOnDrugs' is a war on our people. The IDPC Secretariat stands with all who mobilise on #SupportDontPunish Day — and beyond — to build a future where we can all fit and thrive. End stigma & criminalisation! 💚 Embrace harm reduction! 💚 Enact a safe supply! 💚

The Prez of Gh in his statement, read by de minister of interior, called 4 an end to discrimination & stigma 4 PWUDs , called 4 alternatives to incarceration 4 PWUDs.! Commended Ghana 4 treating drug use as a public health issue, ⁦IDPC⁩ ⁦Support.Don't Punish⁩.

The #WorldDrugReport 2024 reveals a schism in the UN system. While UN Human Rights experts decry the '#WarOnDrugs' & call for transformation, UN Office on Drugs & Crime is stuck in the damaging inertia of the past. Ann Fordham (IDPC ED) on the #WDR2024: idpc.net/blog/2024/06/w…

✔️ SUPPORT ❌PUNISH uhrn advocates for end of prohibitionist policies, restoration of human rights, harm Reduction promotion. {Say NO to punishment, criminalization and Stigma}

The 'war on drugs' is a war on people. It's time for a change. Let's: ⚖️ Embrace decriminalization ⚕️ Prioritise harm reduction 🌐 Amplify community leadership #SupportDontPunish #WorldDrugDay supportdontpunish.org/join/

'Happy' #WorldDrugDay: Transformative change now! #SupportDontPunish Support.Don't Punish ✊

Today, I am proud to add my support alongside actions taking place in 200 cities around the world to promote sustainable alternatives to the harmful '#WarOnDrugs'. #SupportDontPunish! supportdontpunish.org/join/

DHRAN is making significant strides toward a future where Nigeria’s health policies and drug laws are guided by humane, evidence-based approaches. Read more here: dhran.ng/death-penalty-… #DHRAN #Nigeria #DrugUse #decriminalizedrugs

Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng At the latest CND session, the inclusion of the term ‘harm reduction’ in Resolution 67/4 broke a decades-long consensus. While shameful that this is still a controversy, the win shows growing commitment on overdose by a number of states. idpc.net/blog/2024/03/h…

Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng Drug User Liberation Front The fight for harm reduction is also a fight for housing, economic justice, social justice, and the recognition of the full humanity of people who use drugs, particularly those living in fabricated vulnerability.

Excited to announce a new webinar series on "Drugs and Decriminalisation in Asia" with the first on Wednesday 25 September 2024. Interpretation will be provided in Thai and Indonesian languages. Stay tuned for more details and register here: bit.ly/3XqQEjw #drugdecrim

Dave was IDPC’s co-founder and remained a close collaborator until his passing. He was charming, kind and humble — a brilliant mind with a generous spirit. As we grieve, our condolences go to his family and loved ones. And to the movement that he contributed to build.

Jamie Bridge of IDPC speaks about major harm reduction advocacy success and the unique role of Robert Carr Fund's long-term support for global community-led efforts. Read the Interview: bit.ly/4jJPlXm #CommunitiesFirst #RCFgrantee

❌ US cuts have led to service shutdowns, dismissal of workers & much devastation — Lives are at risk! 🏥 Invest in #HarmReduction! 📈 Sustain the Global Fund! ⚖️ Decriminalise key populations! 🔴 IDPC statement at #HRC58 #HIV & #HumanRights panel: idpc.net/news/2025/03/h…

Save the date. 24th June for the Anyone's Child: Families for Safer Drug Control lobby of UK Parliament in #London. More details to follow.

'If care is not taken, this could make us lose much of the success we have gained in addressing HIV in the [African] continent.' IDPC's Maria-Goretti on the devastating impact of foreign aid cuts on HIV, for DrugReporter at #CND68 WATCH: youtu.be/EO-ryPFMd6c