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Drug Policy and Law

Nov 17, 2012
Péter Sárosi

Welcome to the Green Buddha

We visited a medical marijuana dispensary in Seattle, Washington, where we met a mysterious bird 
Nov 2, 2012
István Gábor Takács

Life saving pioneer work in Bulgaria

Watch the second EDPI film from Bulgaria about the pioneering harm reduction work done by our partner, Initiative for Health Foundation
Oct 29, 2012
István Gábor Takács

Faith-based Drug Treatment in Serbia: In the Name of the Father

Despite the violent abuses that came to light against people who use drugs, the Serbian Orthodox Church (SOC) has been recognized by the Serbian government as an important partner in treating people with addictions. NGOs working in the field have expressed serious concerns about the SOC’s ambitions in this area.
Oct 17, 2012
István Gábor Takács

Romania introduces new legislation banning legal highs

New legal provisions aimed at banning legal highs continue to ignore the inevitable disastrous consequences for public health. The legislation, which came into force last month, raises several questions.
Sep 26, 2012
Agnieszka Sieniawska

Poland is in the process of further rationalising its drug laws

"Prison for a joint? The effects of Polish drug law enforcement” was the theme of a recent conference in Warsaw, organized by national politicians and civil rights organizations. The event was held as a lead-up to several progressive legislative amendments planned in drug policy areas.
Sep 25, 2012
Péter Sárosi

The Golden Mean of Drug Policy?

The US drug czar claims his government is paving the way to a progressive, innovative and science-based drug policy – watch our video featuring his speech and read our blog!
Aug 7, 2012
István Gábor Takács

Free Pussy Riot

Watch our movie on Pussy Riot, a Russian punk band whose members face up to three years of imprisonment – and take action now!