https://transformdrugs.org/
📆19th Nov - 6.00 - 8.30pm📆
📍Hansom Hall, 50-54 Belvoir Street, LE1 6QL📍
Join this in-person discussion about what a new approach to drugs could mean for Leicester, your family and your community.
Free tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/leicester-...
📆19th Nov - 6.00 - 8.30pm📆
📍Hansom Hall, 50-54 Belvoir Street, LE1 6QL📍
Join this in-person discussion about what a new approach to drugs could mean for Leicester, your family and your community.
Free tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/leicester-...
Transform is looking for a new Treasurer to join our board of Trustees!
We are looking for a qualified accountant, preferably with experience in the charity sector for this remote and voluntary role.
Apply by 3rd November: www.charityjob.co.uk/volunteer-jo...
Transform is looking for a new Treasurer to join our board of Trustees!
We are looking for a qualified accountant, preferably with experience in the charity sector for this remote and voluntary role.
Apply by 3rd November: www.charityjob.co.uk/volunteer-jo...
‘The war on drugs has absolutely failed, and ultimately we need to be having a public health approach’ - Polanski speaking to BBC South East ahead of his party conference.
‘The war on drugs has absolutely failed, and ultimately we need to be having a public health approach’ - Polanski speaking to BBC South East ahead of his party conference.
We are looking for an individual passionate about drug reform to help with fundraising and organisational support.
Bristol (Hybrid)
£25 - 30k FTE
Part-time (2-3 days/week)
6 month contract (possibility to extend)
Apply by 5th October: www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/transfo...
We are looking for an individual passionate about drug reform to help with fundraising and organisational support.
Bristol (Hybrid)
£25 - 30k FTE
Part-time (2-3 days/week)
6 month contract (possibility to extend)
Apply by 5th October: www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/transfo...
BBC report on last week's @anyoneschild.bsky.social #SupportDontPunish parliamentary lobby - Including interview with Transform Trustee, Vicky Unwin t.co/dVgOxvpetG
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BBC report on last week's @anyoneschild.bsky.social #SupportDontPunish parliamentary lobby - Including interview with Transform Trustee, Vicky Unwin t.co/dVgOxvpetG
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"Ketamine has no deep history or hinterland: it is a product of pharmaceutical modernity.
Its multiple identities mirror the broad spectrum of its effects...from a mild & pleasant giddiness to a white-knuckle ride into another dimension"
transformdrugs.org/blog/how-bri...
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"Ketamine has no deep history or hinterland: it is a product of pharmaceutical modernity.
Its multiple identities mirror the broad spectrum of its effects...from a mild & pleasant giddiness to a white-knuckle ride into another dimension"
transformdrugs.org/blog/how-bri...
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*Harm reduction as a form of resistance*
The amazing plenary speech by Michelle Wazan, from
@Skoun_org in Lebanon, at the @HRInews #HRI25 conference in Bogota last month
transformdrugs.org/blog/michell...
*Harm reduction as a form of resistance*
The amazing plenary speech by Michelle Wazan, from
@Skoun_org in Lebanon, at the @HRInews #HRI25 conference in Bogota last month
transformdrugs.org/blog/michell...
Can the @WHO Meet the Moment?
Brilliant new long read explainer in the @TNInstitute *Coca Chronicles* series - by @MartinJelsmaTNI & John Walsh from @WOLA_org
www.tni.org/en/article/t...
Can the @WHO Meet the Moment?
Brilliant new long read explainer in the @TNInstitute *Coca Chronicles* series - by @MartinJelsmaTNI & John Walsh from @WOLA_org
www.tni.org/en/article/t...
in Bristol: 7pm Thursday 17th July at City Hall eventbrite.com/e/next-steps...
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in Bristol: 7pm Thursday 17th July at City Hall eventbrite.com/e/next-steps...
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Also available on apple podcasts, spotify etc.
podfollow.com/the-standard...
Also available on apple podcasts, spotify etc.
podfollow.com/the-standard...
Awaiting more info - & can only speculate as to the reasons, but seems likely related to massive funding cuts and broader institutional crisis at the failing agency.
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Awaiting more info - & can only speculate as to the reasons, but seems likely related to massive funding cuts and broader institutional crisis at the failing agency.
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cannabisindustrie.nl/verlenging-g...
cannabisindustrie.nl/verlenging-g...
Estimating annual net benefit to the Treasury of up to £1.5 billion! 🤑
Great context for the delayed & eagaerly anticipated Mayor of London drug commission 👀
It makes a welcome call for decriminalisation of cannabis possession but disappointingly stops short of recommending any form of legal regulation of cannabis markets.
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t.co/q3N27YTK7S
It makes a welcome call for decriminalisation of cannabis possession but disappointingly stops short of recommending any form of legal regulation of cannabis markets.
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t.co/q3N27YTK7S
*Protecting communities means protecting Safer Consumption Facilities*
Kirsten Horsburgh reflects on the opening of the UK's first SCF
"people who use drugs deserve safety, too. They are part of the community - not separate from it"
transformdrugs.org/blog/protect...
*Protecting communities means protecting Safer Consumption Facilities*
Kirsten Horsburgh reflects on the opening of the UK's first SCF
"people who use drugs deserve safety, too. They are part of the community - not separate from it"
transformdrugs.org/blog/protect...
📘 Our latest advocacy note outlines what it will take to make it count: idpc.net/publications...
📘 Our latest advocacy note outlines what it will take to make it count: idpc.net/publications...
183 civil society groups urge you to take bold and inclusive action in the upcoming global review!
📄Open letter: idpc.net/news/2025/05...
183 civil society groups urge you to take bold and inclusive action in the upcoming global review!
📄Open letter: idpc.net/news/2025/05...
"why leave a health-risk product to criminals? Alcohol & medicine are regulated, why not [currently illegal] drugs?"
monocle.com/affairs/amst...
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"why leave a health-risk product to criminals? Alcohol & medicine are regulated, why not [currently illegal] drugs?"
monocle.com/affairs/amst...
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There's huge unmet nationwide demand for SDCF/OPCs, proven to reduce harm, save lives & facilitate service access
pharmaceutical-journal.com/article/news...
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There's huge unmet nationwide demand for SDCF/OPCs, proven to reduce harm, save lives & facilitate service access
pharmaceutical-journal.com/article/news...
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t.co/UPDwKKvLSg
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t.co/UPDwKKvLSg
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Lessons from Colombia:
From harm reduction to legal regulation
What we learned about drug reform, social justice and cocaine regulation in our two community dialogues held in Bogota and Cali, Colombia last week 👇
transformdrugs.org/blog/lessons...
Lessons from Colombia:
From harm reduction to legal regulation
What we learned about drug reform, social justice and cocaine regulation in our two community dialogues held in Bogota and Cali, Colombia last week 👇
transformdrugs.org/blog/lessons...
A legally regulated market, if rooted in principles of transitional justice, could give people the opportunity to produce and trade drugs without fear, earn decent wages, and support sustainable economic growth.
#DrugPolicyReform 🧵
A legally regulated market, if rooted in principles of transitional justice, could give people the opportunity to produce and trade drugs without fear, earn decent wages, and support sustainable economic growth.
#DrugPolicyReform 🧵
I've issues with the exploitative photos, & stigmatizing language ('zombies')
But for the Daily Mail it's pretty comprehensive and balanced (quoting me & the drgs minister)
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
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I've issues with the exploitative photos, & stigmatizing language ('zombies')
But for the Daily Mail it's pretty comprehensive and balanced (quoting me & the drgs minister)
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...
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