World Federation Against Drugs, WFAD

16/03/2026

Between March 9th and 13th, WFAD attended the 69th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) in Vienna, Austria. The week included a wide range of side events organised by our members and partners, meetings with partners, Member States, and UNODC representatives, as well as observing the plenary session.

Read our full recap on our website!

https://wfad.se/activity/news/69th-commission-on-narcotic-drugs-a-recap/

13/03/2026

As we finalise the , having promoted the essence of prevention as a pillar in policy and our interventions, we are committed to continue our efforts and advocacy. This is not a one-time message, but requires to be integrated on a sustainable and institutional level. and changes the curve

13/03/2026

On day 4 of the , we highlight the importance of collaboration within the continuum of care as well as community work, as they are in the capacity of building trust. Trust is essential in order for people to accept support. We cannot and should not work in isolation but rather collaborate to ensure no one is left behind. We know and not only should we integrate it in our community work but also integrate it in our policies.

10/03/2026

Day 2 at . Today we highlight that Science Saves Lives. It is important that our data must guide drug policy and not ideology or commercial interest. when it is funded, evidence-based and prioritised. Thanks to for the graphics!

09/03/2026

The highlight of the first day of the 69th Commission on Narcotic Drugs is and . Not only are we continuously sharing this message at our side events but also on our platforms. Prevention is essential to build resilient communities and an integral part in the Continuum of Care.

08/03/2026

Today on , we commemorate the theme Rights. Justice. Action.

Women have the universal right to health, including access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services. But today, a major gap remains.

Globally, only 1 in 18 women with substance use disorders receive treatment, compared to 1 in 7 men. Women face unique barriers: stigma, trauma, violence, fear of losing custody, and services that are not designed for their needs.

When women cannot access care, the impact goes beyond the individual. It affects families, children, and future generations.

This International Women’s Day, we call for action:
✔ Gender-responsive prevention
✔ Trauma-informed treatment
✔ Safe, stigma-free services
✔ Women’s voices at the centre

Closing the treatment gap is not just a health issue: it’s a matter of rights and justice.

06/03/2026

As we are preparing to head to attend the 69th Commission on Narcotic Drugs in Vienna, Austria from Monday 9 March to Friday 13 March, we would like to share an overview of all 12 side events we are co-hosting.

We strongly encourage you to attend these side events either in person or online, as many will be organised in a hybrid format.

Keep an eye on our social media to receive the zoom links related to the various events.

For the full overview, visit our website 👉 https://wfad.se/activity/news/69th-commission-on-narcotic-drugs-an-overview-of-side-events/

05/03/2026

We are honoured to be in partnership with Parent-Child Intervention Centre to increase data on parental knowledge and practices regarding youth drug/substance abuse by conducting the Pan-African Parental Drug Knowledge Index (PADK-Index) across 20 African countries.

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25/02/2026

We invite you to partake in the upcoming webinar, hosted by ISSUP Uganda Chapter and UYDEL, tomorrow (February 26) from 12 pm to 1.20 pm East Africa Time. The webinar will focus on "Deconstructing Social Norms Around Alcohol in Uganda: The Neglected Cost to Young People, Men, and Women.

The panellist will examine how norms, gender, and power normalise alcohol use and how harmful behaviour can be changed.

Join the webinar here 👉

We invite you to partake in the upcoming webinar, hosted by ISSUP Uganda Chapter and UYDEL, tomorrow (February 26) from 12 pm to 1.20 pm East Africa Time. The webinar...

04/02/2026

We would like to share the invitation by Drug Free Australia to their webinar on 9 February at 17.00 CET. The one-hour webinar will dive into the relationship between Australia's harm reduction and its vastly increased drug-related deaths.
Read more about the webinar on our website!

We would like to share the invitation by Drug Free Australia to their webinar on 9 February at 17.00 CET. The webinar will dive into the relationship between Australia’s harm reduction and...

19/12/2025

As winter arrives in Sweden and we are preparing for the holidays, we reflect on a meaningful and inspiring year. In 2025, our members came together to strengthen prevention, treatment, and recovery, sharing knowledge, building partnerships, and amplifying our collective voice.

Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and trust. You continue to inspire us every day. Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a hopeful start to 2026. We look forward to continuing this journey together. 💙

Please note that the WFAD Office will be closed during the holiday season.

12/12/2025

On 27 and 28 October 2025, Slum Child Foundation hosted the cross-regional Afri-Asia Drug Prevention Summit. The Summit was a landmark initiative designed to foster collaboration between African and Asian stakeholders in the prevention of substance abuse among children, youth, and vulnerable communities. Recognising the shared challenges of drug abuse across continents, the Summit provided a multi-sector platform for governments, UN agencies, international and local NGOs, faith-based organisations, and community representatives to share knowledge, develop evidence-based strategies, and strengthen cross-continental partnerships.

Read the full recap on our website!

On 27 and 28 October 2025, Slum Child Foundation hosted the cross-regional Afri-Asia Drug Prevention Summit. The Summit was a landmark initiative designed to foster collaboration between African and Asian...