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Written by Rebeca Marques Rocha In the latest edition of our series, “Hear the Pioneers: Conversations with Drug Policy Veterans,” we had the privilege of engaging in a captivating dialogue with Marie Nougier, the Head of Research and Communications at the International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC). Although her roots lie in France, Marie has been…

Written by Pinky Andrieansyah. Reviewed by Rebeca Marques Rocha. In recent years, the issue of police violence has taken center stage in discussions about justice, accountability, and the fundamental role of law enforcement in our society. While police misuse of power is widespread, the rights of marginalized communities are particularly violated. This article will discuss…

Wednesday 30th August 2023, Online. Youth RISE was invited by St. John’s Ambulance Canada who coordinates The Accidental Drug Poisoning Crisis Community of Practice (ADPC–CoP) program, to present about the work we do, drug policies and youth-friendly harm reduction in countries around the world. The ADPC-COP usually has a Canadian focus and we were invited…

Youth RISE is recruiting between 4 to 8 members to join a dynamic Working Group to produce an evidence-based resource that addresses the specific needs of Young People Who Use Opioids (YPWUO) and Young Harm Reduction Practitioners (YHRP).  The purpose of this project is to develop resources that will drive positive change for YPWUO and…

Written by Rebeca Marques Rocha In the heart of the bustling Commission on Narcotic Drugs in March 2023, a conversation unfolded, revealing the invaluable experiences of Eliza Kurcevic, a dedicated advocate for drug policy reform and harm reduction in the Eurasian region. Rebeca, a young activist from Youth RISE, sat down with Eliza, delving into…

Wednesday, 20 September 2023 (Geneva, Switzerland) — In a historical report launched today, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights denounced the failure of punitive drug policies and the global ‘war on drugs’, and called for a new approach based on health and human rights, including through the legal regulation of drugs. To implement the…

Written by Isaac Olushola | Project Manager Global Fund The 12th IAS Conference on HIV Science, IAS 2023, concluded in Brisbane, marking a significant stride in collaborative efforts to combat HIV. Over 5,000 participants from around the world gathered to discuss the latest in HIV research. A notable moment was the substantial protest emphasizing the…

Background:  Youth RISE is a network of young people from around the world working in harm reduction and drug policy reform advocacy. Youth RISE mobilises youth to be engaged in Full Spectrum Harm Reduction and drug policy reform to promote health and human rights. We envision a world where young people who use drugs are…