Ghana’s drug law reform opened the door to greater justice in #DrugPolicy. Courts, health services and communities must now work together to deliver. IDPC's Maria-Goretti Ane reflects on a recent training paving the way for a health & rights approach: https://ow.ly/r7sZ50ZuboI

Ghana’s drug policy reform must move beyond law into practice

Health, justice and civil society actors examined how Ghana can turn Act 1019 into effective harm reduction services, alternatives to punishment, and rights-based practices.

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As IDPC celebrates its 20th anniversary and undergoes leadership transition, our commitment is undeterred: a stronger network to protect hard-won progress, with affected communities at the heart of reform. Board Chair Tomás Chang Pico elaborates: https://ow.ly/nwq150ZuaGb

Celebrating our legacy, welcoming the next chapter

As IDPC marks its twentieth anniversary, the Board celebrates Ann Fordham’s transformative leadership and welcomes Jamie Bridge and Marie Nougier to guide the network’s next chapter.

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Drug control cannot justify extrajudicial executions. WOLA documents 221 deaths in the United States' campaign against so-called 'narcoterrorism', calling for an immediate halt, accountability and remedies for affected communities. Read on: https://ow.ly/bcYb50ZugL1

Killing Spree: Extrajudicial executions in the U.S. boat strikes campaign

WOLA documents how the US' lethal bombing campaign amounts to extrajudicial execution, has had little impact on cocaine trafficking, and demands an immediate end and accountability.

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The REFORM project found that training advocates, journalists and lawyers strengthens the case for #DrugPolicyReform, and that, beyond skills and capacity, we also need coalition-building, civil society engagement, and political leadership. More at: https://ow.ly/rMVQ50Zu8Ll

The REFORM Project: Growing the drug policy reform movement in Southeast Asia

The REFORM project demonstrated how community leadership, legal empowerment and media engagement can create mutually reinforcing pathways to advance health and rights-based drug policies.

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Launched last month, the #WDR2026 documents rising harms and growing drug markets, but stops short of confronting the human rights costs of the current global drug control regime. Read on: https://ow.ly/tYSg50Zu8ww

Documenting failure, avoiding solutions: Reflections on the World Drug Report 2026

The publication provides compelling evidence of the failures of punitive drug policies, but sorely lacks engagement with harm reduction, decriminalisation, responsible regulation and other evidence-based alternatives.

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@idpc.net is an incredible global network sustained by a highly effective Secretariat. This handful of driven, disciplined, and deeply caring people is ready for what's next because Ann prioritized making sure they would be. Thank you for making the world a better place. 💐 idpc.net/news/2026/07...

Love is the drug - A love letter to the beautiful, courageous drug policy reform movement

After nearly 18 years at the helm of IDPC, Ann Fordham shares a farewell message celebrating the courage, solidarity and joy of the drug policy reform movement.

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Hope in #DrugPolicyReform is not passive optimism, but a commitment we practice. After 15 years leading the International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC), Ann Fordham reflects on organising through setbacks and the relationships that sustain our movement. https://ow.ly/1kvG50ZuaZQ

Love is the drug - A love letter to the beautiful, courageous drug policy reform movement

After nearly 18 years at the helm of IDPC, Ann Fordham shares a farewell message celebrating the courage, solidarity and joy of the drug policy reform movement.

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The recent launch of the #WDR2026 put into sharp relief competing visions of international drug policy. While some prioritised tougher enforcement, others emphasised health, rights and dignity for all. Full transcript and recording on the #CNDblog: https://ow.ly/zoSg50ZpX1r

Thailand’s punitive drug laws are driving prison overcrowding and coercive treatment. A harm reduction approach centres health, rights and community leadership. Read IDPC's joint statement at #HRC62: https://ow.ly/bagc50ZpZMt

At the launch of UNODC’s 2026 World Drug Report, governments and civil society underscored the harms of punitive approaches and called for responses that centre support, harm reduction and human rights. Access the transcript & recording via the #CNDblog: https://ow.ly/VBmG50ZpWUS

The #DeathPenalty is an extremely punitive response for which drug offences do not meet the established international criteria. Immediate moratoria toward full abolition! IDPC's recent joint statement at #HRC62 https://ow.ly/1n5v50ZpZF1

Death penalty for drug offences: Abolition is a legal imperative — Statement at HRC62

Drug offences account for almost half of all confirmed executions worldwide, despite failing to meet the international law threshold of the 'most serious crimes'.

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Proud to co-host this 'National Dialogue on Drug Policy, Human Rights & Public Health' in Ghana, bridging the gap between progressive legislation & people-centred implementation. Big thanks to IDPC’s Maria-Goretti Ane for her determination & leadership. #SupportDontPunish! Report soon!

[ONE WEEK!] The International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC), Conectas, EDRi, Statewatch & SWAN host a participatory roundtable on algorithmic surveillance & policing. Join us to share strategies of advocacy, accountability & community resilience. 22 July | 15:00 CEST https://ow.ly/c9zU50ZmXHz

Criminalising the use of drugs is already a failed, costly policy that violates #humanrights. Escalating penalties for repeat offences makes it so much worse. @idpc.net legal fellow in #Malaysia gives an analysis on its impacts in her country: www.malaymail.com/news/what-yo...

Why Section 39C is failing Malaysia’s drug policy — Simraatraj Kaur Dhillon

JUNE 21 — Malaysia’s drug laws are often defended as necessary to protect society and deter repeat offending. But when examined closely, Section 39C of the Dangerous Drugs Act...

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🧵Together, we'll continue working to ensure a future where the drug #OverdoseEpidemic is treated as the #PublicHealth issue it is. We deserve a world where everyone has what they need to support their health & #BodilyAutonomy is respected. Check out the "Support. Don't Punish." campaign from...

How does drug control fuel surveillance, and how can we build safety instead? Join us for a participatory roundtable on algorithmic policing and avenues for advocacy, resistance and accountability. 22 July, 15:00 CEST EN ⇄ PT Register & share: https://ow.ly/hNio50ZlzMe

What 'extra punishment' do women face in the name of the fight vs. crime in Latin America? IDPC and colleagues document violent arrests, due process violations and a plethora of human rights abuses that demand redress. Read & share (in Spanish): https://ow.ly/g7Qw50Zkxvc

Castigo extra: violencia hacia las mujeres en la lucha contra el crimen organizado

El Grupo de Trabajo sobre Mujeres y Encarcelamiento en América Latina analiza cómo la persecución del crimen organizado afecta a las mujeres en contacto con los sistemas penitenciarios, así como a sus familias e infancias.

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How do punitive 'organised crime' policies harm women and families in Latin America? Next week, we join the launch of 'Castigo extra', a new regional report examining this issue & proposing ways forward: 📅 30 Jun 🕔 17:00 Bogotá Info & registration: https://ow.ly/uVlT50ZhuHu

Evento de lanzamiento “Castigo Extra: violencia hacia las mujeres en la lucha contra el crimen organizado.”

Este evento es convocado por el Grupo de Trabajo Mujeres, Drogas y encarcelamiento, conformado por organizaciones de la sociedad civil en América Latina, con el propósito de presentar el más reciente informe “Castigo extra: violencia hacia las mujeres en la lucha contra el crimen organizado”. Martes 30 de junio 5:00 p.m. Dejusticia – Calle 35 No. 24-31, Bogotá Panel: Presentación del informe y principales hallazgos. Geras Contreras Comentaristas: Leah Tandeter, Especialista Regional en Políticas para la Eliminación de la Violencia contra las Mujeres, Oficina Regional de ONU Mujeres para las...

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While a '#DrugFree' ASEAN is an illusion, the costs of pursuing it are very real: prisons, stigma, executions... IDPC’s Gloria Lai calls for evidence, harm reduction, decriminalisation & human rights. https://www.bangkokpost.com/opinion/opinion/3276762/end-criminalisation-of-drug-use

End criminalisation of drug use

Earlier this month, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) released its latest regional report showing another year of record-breaking increases in drug seizures made by countries in Southeast and East Asia, particularly of methamphetamine and ketamine -- both synthetic drugs produced and trafficked regionally for the past two decades.

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Join the Global Photo Campaign! #SupportDontPunish @idpc.net #mybrainmychoice

The very communities targeted by the ‘#WarOnDrugs’ hold the key to building life-affirming alternatives. On #SupportDontPunish Day, 26 June, we stand with the many people fighting for harm reduction, decriminalisation, and dignity for all. @idpc.net supportdontpunish.org/join/

Executions for drug offences have reached unprecedented levels. International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC) joins 60+ organisations urging UN drug control bodies to condemn the use of the death penalty for drug offences, in line w/ intn'l law. #SupportDontPunish! Read: https://ow.ly/xmO750Zhv6C

Today, #SupportDontPunish Day brings together 1000s to challenge the stigma, punishment, & violence shaping #DrugPolicy. International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC) stands with those demanding life-protecting, rights-affirming & caring approaches.💚 Join us! https://supportdontpunish.org/join/

Counter-terrorism laws are being harmfully stretched to justify punitive #DrugPolicy & undermine #HumanRights. This #CTWeek side event addresses legal safeguards, accountability & evidence-based responses. When? 29 June, 17:00–18:00 Where? UNHQ, Conference Room D More info 👇👇👇

Across Southeast Asia, momentum is growing for drug policies grounded in health, rights and community leadership. In this context, and on the eve of #SupportDontPunish Day, we join partners interrogating progress towards decriminalisation More info & registration: https://bit.ly/4xFGltn

How does international aid for drug control enable executions for drug offences? This Wednesday, 24 June, the IJSC & Harm Reduction International launch 'Aiding Executions, a new report tracing funding flows and UN agency roles. More info & registration:

Launch of Aiding Executions?: How Aid Donors and the United Nations Enable the Death Penalty for Drug Offences

IJSC and HRI launch a new report examining how international aid for drug control programmes may contribute to the imposition of death sentences for drug offences.

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The UN drug control system is under review by a Panel of independent experts — a critical chance for reform. IDPC urges the Panel to address structural failures and align drug policy with health, human rights and development. Read & share:

Repairing the 'machinery' – Part 3: Aligning international drug policy with human rights, health and development

IDPC offers recommendations on how the Expert Panel’s mandate should be interpreted, and proposes eight structural issues around which the Panel could frame its deliberations and final report

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NEXT WEEK! Join @IDPCnet's @mariagorettiane + speakers from @LHR_SA, @TBHIVCare, @SSDPIntl to discuss how decriminalising drug use could favour a health & rights approach in South Africa. 🗓️ 17 June 🕐 13:00 – 14:00 (SAST) #WiseWednesday Registration at:

A beginner’s guide to the decriminalisation of drug use in South Africa - Wise Wednesday series

This Wise Wednesday webinar covers what the decriminalisation of drugs for personal use could look like in South Africa, and how it can advance health and human rights.

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Interested in #HarmReduction, human rights and social justice? ✨ Volunteer with IDPC to support our work and develop your #communications & #campaigning skills! 📥Express your interest by Friday, 12 June!

IDPC recruits campaigns & communications volunteer

Are you passionate about drug policy that promotes social justice and affirms rights? This volunteering opportunity may be for you!

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TOMORROW @ #CCPCJ35: 'Murder on the Land and the Sea II' — a discussion on accountability for extrajudicial killings in the name of the '#WarOnDrugs', from the Philippines to the United States. When? 4 June / 15:00 CEST Live stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN0oRIOjaeo