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The Secretariat for Comprehensive Drug Policies of the Argentine Nation (SEDRONAR), in collaboration with the Drug Advisory Program of the Colombo Plan (DAP), together with the OAS-CICAD, UNODC, and with the support of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) of the U.S. Department of State in Washington, organised the regional meeting of Drug Commissions of Latin America. The event took place on December 10 and 11, 2024, at the San Martín Palace in Buenos Aires.
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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
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We are announcing a call for organisations to recommend speakers for delivering a webinar on the ISSUP platform on the following topic: “Raising Awareness and Reducing Stigma Around Substance Use and Mental Health”.
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Exciting News! ISSUP is thrilled to announce a series of webinars for 2025, specially designed for the Pakistan Drug Demand Reduction Community! 🎉 Throughout the year, we will dive into engaging topics, share valuable insights, and connect with experts in the field. This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and collaborate with professionals leading the way.
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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.
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The 6th National Conference and Annual General Meeting of ISSUP Nigeria was held under the theme "Strengthening Family Support Systems for Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery."  
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ISSUP Kenya recently ran the INEP Plus course in Kenya with a cohort of five (5) participants successfully completing the course and earning recognition for their efforts. These participants are addiction counselors with diverse specializations within the field of drug demand reduction.
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ISSUP Italy presents its webinar on Connecting Research, Policy, and Prevention: Key Insights into Adolescent Substance Use from ESPAD and MedSPAD Projects.
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Welcome to this edition of the ISSUP newsletter. This month, we're excited to share new resources to deepen your knowledge of substance use prevention and treatment.
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ISSUP Nigeria has released its fifteenth Newsletter! This edition features the collaborative efforts of ISSUP Nigeria chapter with stakeholders across the state branches of the chapter to commemorate the 2024 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illit Trafficking among other activities. Enjoy it!
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