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Asia National Chapters Meeting 2024 in Bali

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We are excited to share that our recent Asian National Chapters meeting took place in person in Bali, Indonesia on August 16th-17th, 2024.

We are excited to share that our recent Asian National Chapters meeting took place in person in Bali, Indonesia on August 16th-17th, 2024.

Representatives from ISSUP Afghanistan, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka and Vietnam participated in this event, providing updates on ISSUP developments in their countries. Together, we brainstormed strategies for National Chapter development, discussed the ISSUP Regional DDR Plan, and explored future cooperation among countries offices.

We also focused on ways to enhance the representation of Asian National Chapters at the...

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ISSUP Panama UTC Training Session for Faith-Based Organizations

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From July 29 to August 2, the ISSUP Panama Chapter held a training session on the Universal Treatment Curriculum for Faith-Based Organizations.
From July 29 to August 2, the ISSUP Panama Chapter held a training session on the Universal Treatment Curriculum for Faith-Based Organizations.
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ISSUP Newsletter - Issue 178 (7 August 2024)

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Welcome to the latest edition of the ISSUP Newsletter!

We are excited to bring you details of our latest ISSUP Reading List on Engaging youth in Substance Use Prevention and links to new research articles from Addictology Journal. All of these resources and more are now available on the ISSUP website for you to enjoy.

In addition, we are pleased to announce open tender opportunities for National Chapters in the United Kingdom, Zambia, Cameroon, and Canada. Please see the links inside for detailed information on each tender, including closing dates and instructions for submitting a statement...

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How Trauma and Crisis may lead to Substance Use Disorder/Addiction. Conversely; How Addiction may lead to Trauma and Crisis.

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The correlation between Substance Use Disorder/ Addiction and Trauma /Crisis.
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  Trauma can be defined as the psychological distress following exposure to a traumatic or stressful event (Westhuizen, 2019). The way in which people respond to such an event is variable and can present in many different ways. Trauma is an injury to the brain and psyche in that it disrupts our psychological well-being at a neurological level. Trauma is the invisible force that shapes our lives. It shapes the way we live, the way we love and the way we make sense of the world. It is the root of our deepest wounds (Mate’ ,2008). Different people who are exposed to the same event will not...

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THE WORLD DRUG REPORT 2024: Webinar for Civil Society

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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...

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UNODC World Drug Report 2024: Harms of world drug problem continue to mount amid expansions in drug use and markets

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The emergence of new synthetic opioids and a record supply and demand of other drugs has compounded the impacts of the world drug problem, leading to a rise in drug use disorders and environmental harms, according to the World Drug Report 2024 launched by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
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Art of Healing: A new era in substance use prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery support’ International Event in Thessaloniki, Greece

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Thessaloniki, Greece - 24 June 2024: The vibrant city of Thessaloniki will host the highly anticipated "Art of Healing" Conference, an event dedicated to exploring the science and practice of Substance Use Prevention, Harm Reduction, Treatment and Recovery support. Scheduled to take place from June 23-28 at The International Exhibition & Congress Centre of TIF-HELEXPO, this conference promises to bring together a diverse group of experts, practitioners, and enthusiasts from around the globe.

The Art of Healing Conference aims to create a platform for dialogue and collaboration among...

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ISSUP Staff Participated in the UNODC Consultation Meeting in Vienna for "Friends in Focus": Shaping the Future of Peer-to-Peer Drug Prevention

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ISSUP staff engaged at the 3rd Informal Technical Consultation for the "Friends in Focus" program, hosted by UNODC in Vienna from June 11th to 13th. Our team, including Deputy Chief Executive, Livia Edegger, and Scientific Support Coordinator, Rasha Abi Hana, collaborated with global experts and youth to shape this innovative peer-to-peer prevention initiative.
ISSUP staff engaged at the 3rd Informal Technical Consultation for the "Friends in Focus" program, hosted by UNODC in Vienna from June 11th to 13th. Our team, including Deputy Chief Executive, Livia Edegger, and Scientific Support Coordinator, Rasha Abi Hana, collaborated with global experts and youth to shape this innovative peer-to-peer prevention initiative.
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Building Inclusive Recovery Cities' was a transformative experience!

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Attending 'Building Inclusive Recovery Cities' was a transformative experience! The depth of insights shared on fostering inclusive communities, driving recovery efforts, and prioritizing prevention strategies was truly eye-opening. This webinar not only educated but also inspired action towards...
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