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SSDP LEADERS IN NIGERIA STEER CONVERSATION ON YOUTH PROGRAMMING IN DRUG POLICY AND PUBLIC HEALTH RESPONSE FOR EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE

Globally and in Nigeria, young people are impacted by punitive drug policies and the lack of adequate, tailored public health services. According to the 2018 National Drug Use Survey, over 70% of people who use drugs in Nigeria initiated use before the age of 25, yet most interventions are neither a

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#SSDPNewZealand #HarmReduction #YoungPeople

SSDP New Zealand host grassroots harm reduction training

Students for Sensible Drug Policy Aotearoa New Zealand has hosted a harm reduction training seminar through their chapter in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

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#SouthAfrica #TobaccoBill #YouthAdvocacy #YouthInAction

South Africa’s Tobacco Bill: A Crucial Step Amidst Rising Teen Vaping Rates

On June 3, 2025, the Portfolio Committee on Health convened public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill [B33-2022],

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article South Africa’s Tobacco Bill: A Crucial Step Amidst Rising Teen Vaping Rates

#YKP #MeaningfulYouthEngagement #GlobalFundYouthCouncil

SSDP International's Participation at GFAN Africa 2025 Strategy Meeting

The GFAN Africa 2025 Strategy Meeting, held in Johannesburg, was a powerful opportunity for health advocates to shape the future of global health financing, civil society engagement, and policy reform. As a representative of Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP), I was joined by my colleagues Kam

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article SSDP International's Participation at GFAN Africa 2025 Strategy Meeting

f�vr. 23, 2025

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Comprehensive approaches to eradicate GBV for women who use drugs

Advocacy efforts should focus on eliminating the stigma around drug use and gender-based violence, while pushing for policy changes that protect the rights of women who use drugs. Empowering these women through education, legal assistance, and social support systems can help break the cycle of viole

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Comprehensive approaches to eradicate GBV for women who use drugs

Overdose Awareness International Overdose Awareness Day

DRUG OVERDOSE AS A PUBLIC HEALTH IMPERATIVE

International Overdose Awareness Day is observed on August 31st every year, to remember without stigma those who have lost their lives to drug overdoses and to spread awareness about the impact of overdose on families and communities. It serves as a poignant reminder that drug overdose can and must

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article DRUG OVERDOSE AS A PUBLIC HEALTH IMPERATIVE

ao�t 28, 2024

#SupportDontPunish #HumanRights #EndTheDeathPenalty #June26 #GlobalDayOfAction

Condemning Nigeria's Amendment of the NDLEA Act: A Violation of Human Rights and Failed Drug Policy.

Not enough voices are speaking out against Nigeria's recent approval of the death penalty for drug trafficking. As we gear up for the June 26th Global Day of Action, let's amplify our call for humane and evidence-based drug policies. Join us in condemning this harsh measure and advocating for justic

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Condemning Nigeria's Amendment of the NDLEA Act: A Violation of Human Rights and Failed Drug Policy.

Team Executive Director

Introducing Charity Monareng, Executive Director of SSDP International

We are delighted to welcome Charity Monareng as the new Executive Director of SSDP International.

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Introducing Charity Monareng, Executive Director of SSDP International

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Youth Advocacy at the United Nations: My First Day At CND as A Newbie

This is the first blog posted as part of our new series “SSDP International at the 66th Commission on Narcotic Drugs: Prospects for Youth Advocacy”. In this series SSDP Intl members reflect on their individual experiences engaging with stakeholders at CND.

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Youth Advocacy at the United Nations: My First Day At CND as A Newbie

Jobs Opportunity

Call for Applications for the Role of Executive Director

SSDP International is hiring for the role of Executive Director.

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Call for Applications for the Role of Executive Director

f�vr. 15, 2023

General Assembly Board of Directors Board

VOTING OPEN: Candidates for the Board of Directors

Have your say in SSDP International's governance! Attend & vote at the SSDP International General Assembly.

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General Assembly Board Board of Directors Opportunity International

ANNOUNCEMENT: 2023 SSDP International General Assembly

Register to vote and nominate candidates in the 2023 SSDP Intl Board Elections.

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Sign Up for the 2023 UN Training Series

Want to advocate for better drug policies in high-level political forums? Sign up for our UN Training Series and find out how to engage with the Commission on Narcotic Drugs and our other UN efforts.

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Sign Up for the 2023 UN Training Series

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My experience at the 14th Biennial CRISA conference in Abuja, Nigeria

Isaac Olushola Ogunkola, SSDP International Board Member and SSDP Nigeria Member, attended and spoke at the 14th Biennial CRISA Conference in Abuja, Nigeria.

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article My experience at the 14th Biennial CRISA conference in Abuja, Nigeria

d�c. 07, 2022

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Announcing 2nd Quarterly Networking Hour of the Sensible Policy Pledge

We are delighted to invite you to the second meeting of our community around the Sensible Policy Pledge whose aim is to create bridges between the global student movement & the cannabis & psychedelics companies.

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Announcing 2nd Quarterly Networking Hour of the Sensible Policy Pledge

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How to Advocate on World AIDS Day 2022

Blog post written by Róisín Downes & Isaac Ogunkola Olushola.

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The UNODC Youth Consultation

Last week, our Executive Director, Róisín Downes, attended the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Youth Consultation. Here are her thoughts:

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article The UNODC Youth Consultation

AIDS2022 HIV/AIDs Conference News Board Member

My AIDS 2022 Experience: Following Science Over Politics and Ideology

SSDP International Board Member Isaac Ogunkola Olushola attended AIDS 2022 in Montreal, Canada. Here are his insights:

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article My AIDS 2022 Experience: Following Science Over Politics and Ideology

ao�t 26, 2022

Opportunity Europe Volunteer

Want to Change Drug Policy? Call for European Volunteers!

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Want to Change Drug Policy? Call for European Volunteers!

ao�t 25, 2022

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International Overdose Awareness Day: How to get Involved

International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. Every year SSDPers worldwide get involved with the campaign, here are some tips on how to take act

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article International Overdose Awareness Day: How to get Involved

ao�t 15, 2022

Support. Don't Punish Sierra Leone SSDP Africa West Africa Africa Global Day of Action

Support. Don’t Punish Activities! Part 4: Sierra Leone

Students for Sensible Drug Policy International ran activities across the globe for the Support. Don't Punish Global Day of Action. This is the second part of a series of blogs on the event!

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Support. Don’t Punish Activities! Part 3: University of Calabar

Students for Sensible Drug Policy International ran activities across the globe for the Support. Don't Punish Global Day of Action. This is the second part of a series of blogs on the event!

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Support. Don’t Punish Activities! Part 3: University of Calabar

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Support. Don't Punish Activities! Part 2: Liberia

Students for Sensible Drug Policy International ran activities across the globe for the Support. Don't Punish Global Day of Action. This is the second part of a series of blogs on the event!

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Support. Don't Punish Activities! Part 2: Liberia

Support. Don't Punish Day of Action Africa West Africa Nigeria Activism

Support. Don't Punish Activities! Part 1: Nigeria

Students for Sensible Drug Policy International ran activities across the globe for the Support. Don't Punish Global Day of Action. This is the first part of a series of blogs on the event!

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Support. Don't Punish Activities! Part 1: Nigeria

Europe EU ERASMUS+ Opportunity Advocacy

Call for Participants - EU Drug Policy Training & Strategy Series for Young People

Apply now! Students for Sensible Drug Policy International and Youth RISE are launching a new Erasmus+ project intended to increase the capacity of youth-led organisations that engage in drug policy reform and young people to advocate at the European Union level.

ssdp intl - SSDP - Article Call for Participants - EU Drug Policy Training & Strategy Series for Young People