Scottish Drugs Forum

02/03/2026

It’s important to us that those most affected by drug-related harms have a voice in discussions about policy, practice and solutions – so we’re pleased to be able to offer a small number of free places at our Stop The Deaths conference.

To be eligible for a fully funded place, you must have living or lived experience of substance use. Priority will be given to people with no income.

Applications are now open until 27 March at 5pm 👇

https://buff.ly/dW8mTkc

27/02/2026

Designed to build confidence, strengthen knowledge and promote best practice, the SDF Learning Centre brings together our training calendar, e-learning library and course catalogue - making it simple to find, book and complete training in one place.

Whether you're building new skills, deepening your knowledge or exploring new opportunities, the SDF Learning Centre has been created with you in mind.

Visit now: sdflearningcentre.org.uk

26/02/2026

📣 EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW 📣

Scottish Drugs Forum’s annual conference returns in 2026 with a two-day event dedicated to reducing drug-related deaths and harms.

🗓️ Wednesday 26 & Thursday 27 August
📍 Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow

Timed to mark International Overdose Awareness Day, the conference will bring together key stakeholders, including people with living and lived experience, policymakers, service providers, and health and social care professionals. Together, we will explore democratic policy development, service improvement and harm reduction practices.

For more information and to get your discounted 'early bird' tickets: https://buff.ly/liFXi1m

23/02/2026

We for call for:
• A national network of multi-model safer drug consumption facilities
• Expanded drug checking services
• Legal access to safer inhalation equipment
• A renewed and sustained national commitment to naloxone
• A modernised treatment system
• People with living and lived experience at the centre of service design

Read the full manifesto now: https://buff.ly/AAETDYD

18/02/2026

We’re excited to launch the SDF Learning Centre 🚀

Your new go-to space for high-quality, evidence-based training.

Explore courses, book sessions, track your progress and more - all in one place.

Start exploring: sdflearningcentre.org.uk

18/02/2026

💻 ONLINE ALCOHOL AWARENESS💻

Want to better understand alcohol use and its impact in Scotland? Join our upcoming training and gain practical knowledge around units, low-risk drinking guidelines, the effects and costs of alcohol use, and where to access support services.

Limited spaces available, book now: https://buff.ly/qKJ7nOy

17/02/2026

Our 2026 manifesto sets out what must change to deliver the bold, sustained, transformational change that Scotland urgently needs.

Read our full manifesto now: https://buff.ly/RvUVpzp

13/02/2026

We are Hiring! 📣

We’re pleased to be recruiting a Senior Learning Development Officer – Drug Trends and Emergency Responses as part of our Workforce Development team.

For more information and to apply please click the link below.

Deadline: 1st March 2026
Apply at: https://buff.ly/JRLZgQ1

12/02/2026

Our Early Bird Offer for in-person Motivational Interviewing training is now open.

Build your MI skills through SDF’s progressive Badge Scheme, starting with the Bronze Badge and the core skills needed to support people who are ambivalent about change.

🗓️ Book by 31 March 2026 to access the discount.

📧 Contact: workforcedevelopment@sdf.org.uk

12/02/2026

Thank you to Jackie Baillie MSP and Paul Sweeney MSP for meeting with us this week to discuss the Scottish Drugs Forum manifesto and the future of drug policy in Scotland.

Read our manifesto now: https://buff.ly/IUn3oSt

11/02/2026

Issue #3 of Buzz Magazine is out now!

Real voices, real experiences, real change.

Buzz, established last year, is facilitated by Scottish Drugs Forum. It is editorially independent, with decisions, messaging and conclusions – or lack thereof – coming entirely from the peer editorial board assembled from across Scotland and the wider community.

Read this news piece from Buzz editor Hannah Westwater, sharing more on the release of Issue #3:

From Hannah Westwater, Buzz editor  The third issue of Buzz, Scotland’s independent magazine by and for people who use drugs, is…

10/02/2026

We’re at SCVO The Gathering today and tomorrow.

Swing by stall 11 to find out about our work, and pick up a copy of our Scottish Drugs Forum manifesto or the new issue of Buzz magazine 👋🏻