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Kenya Hosts Inaugural National Substance Use Prevention Summit 2024

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 28 Febbraio 2024
The National Substance Use Prevention Summit 2024 in Kenya
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In a world where substance use continues to pose a significant threat to health and well-being, Kenya is taking a bold stand. Kenya hosted the first National Prevention Week 2024 culminating in the National Substance Use Prevention Summit 2024.

This was not just an event but a powerful statement of intent that drug use prevention works. Under the theme, “Our Families, Our Schools. Our Workplaces. Our Community: A Sustainable Future for Humanity”, this inaugural initiative was a rallying call for action, education, and unity in the campaign against substance use and abuse in Kenya. It was an...

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ISSUP Newsletter - Issue 167, February 21, 2024

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 21 Febbraio 2024
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In this edition of the ISSUP Newsletter we bring you updates on grants from The Colombo Plan, a selection of jobs, forthcoming events and a report from National Substance Use Prevention Week in Kenya.
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ISSUP Kenya Membership Drive (Kenya School of Government)

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 14 Febbraio 2024
Address by ISSUP Kenya Director

ISSUP KENYA interacted with more than 50 officers representing ministries, counties, departments, and agencies (MCDAs) at the Kenya School of Government in Embu. The Essential Counselling Skills Training, led by the Counselling Department within the Ministry of Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management, focuses on developing Workplace Mental Health Champions for the public sector.

Participants were introduced to ISSUP and received guidance on the significance of becoming members of this professional association. In discussions with Grace Wanjiku, Secretary Counselling, and GCCC...

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Apply for In-Person Training at the Thessaloniki 2024 Global Event

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 28 Novembre 2023
The 2024 Global Event will be held in Thessaloniki, Greece between 24th & 28th June, 2024. The event is organised by ISSUP and ISSUP Greece, INL, the Centers for the Prevention of Addictions, the Promotion of Psychosocial Health SEIRIOS and ICUDDR. The event will take place in the historic center of Thessaloniki, on the premises of the ‘International Exhibition & Congress Centre of TIF-HELEXPO’ and surrounding conference rooms in museums and social institutions.
We are excited to announce that registration for the in-person training sessions at the Thessaloniki 2024 Global Event is now live!
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Congresso ISAM 2023 a Marrakech

Shared by Livia - 21 Novembre 2023
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All'inizio di novembre, ISSUP e ISSUP Kenya hanno partecipato al 25° Congresso Annuale della Società Internazionale di Medicina delle Dipendenze (ISAM) a Marrakech, in Marocco.

Il tema del Congresso ISAM 2023 è stato "Migliorare l'assistenza e la compassione nelle dipendenze: XXV anni di attenzione e prospettive globali". La Direttrice dell'ISSUP Kenya, la Dott.ssa Pamela Kaithuru, insieme a Brian Morales, Capo della Sezione Antinarcotici dell'Ufficio per gli Affari Internazionali dei Narcotici e delle Forze dell'Ordine (INL) e il Vice Direttore dell'ISSUP, Livia Edegger , hanno partecipato...

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Rasha Abi Hana

2024 NIDA International Forum: Call for Research Poster Abstracts and Travel Award Requests

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 20 Novembre 2023
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The NIDA International Program will bring together attendees from around the globe for the in-person 2024 NIDA International Forum, which will be held June 14-17 in Montreal, Canada.

 

The Forum research symposium, poster session, and...

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2024 NIDA International Forum: Call for Research Poster Abstracts and Travel Award Requests

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 8 Novembre 2023
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Call for Research Poster Abstract Submissions and Travel Award Requests

Submission Deadline: January 14, 2024

Present your international drug use and addiction research during the 2024 NIDA International Forum, which will be held June 14–17, 2024, in Montreal, Canada. 

The NIDA International Program invites research poster abstract submissions and travel award applications from researchers around the world. Join for the Forum research symposium, interactive workshops, the poster session, and networking activities. 

 2024 FORUM SUBMISSION AND REGISTRATION SCHEDULE 

  • Submit...
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National Chapters General Meeting 2023

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 6 Novembre 2023
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ISSUP hosted a General National Chapters meeting on October 26, 2023. This meeting was held online and formed part of a bi-annual call for ISSUP National Chapters around the world.
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Introducing our new "Prevention Lists" resource!

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 6 Novembre 2023
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We are excited to announce the latest addition to our Professional Development section—a dedicated area called "Prevention Lists." This resource is tailored for those keen on exploring evidence-based prevention programs and accessing information about effective prevention interventions.

Within this section, you will find a curated collection of resources, all of which have been developed by esteemed organisations specialising in the curation and evaluation of prevention practices.

We value the wealth of knowledge and insights within our ISSUP community. Therefore, we invite all our...

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Who Helps The Helper? A Skills Transfer Program for Behavioural and Substance Use Professionals

Shared by Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom - 25 Ottobre 2023
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ISSUP Kenya is pleased to present its webinar on Skills Transfer Program for Behavioural and Substance Use Professionals. Gain insights from clinical practice, mentorship, and supervision programs that equip novice mental health professionals with practical skills.
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Contribute to the 2024 CND Mid-term Review

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 20 Ottobre 2023
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RESPOND TO THE ONLINE CONSULTATION

 

The global survey is part of a broader consultation process in preparation for the 2024 Mid-term review of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs. It aims to gather inputs from NGOs working on drug policy issues around the world.

By participating in the survey, you will contribute to a collective civil society voice that will be presented prior to the 67th CND and other relevant fora. Your responses will inform the development of a civil society report that will be jointly published by VNGOC & NYNGOC in 2024.

The survey is currently available in...

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Healing Families, Helping Systems: A Trauma-Informed Practice Guide for Working with Children, Youth & Families

Shared by Lewis Mutugi Wambui - 20 Ottobre 2023
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This guide is concerned with advancing understanding and action about trauma-informed approaches that support program and service delivery for/with children, youth, and families. A trauma-informed approach is a system-wide approach that is distinct from, yet linked to, the delivery of trauma-specific treatments and interventions.

This guide has the following objectives:

  • To identify trauma-informed approaches to supporting children, youth, and families, from the academic and non-academic literature and from the experience of those delivering child and youth services (child protection...
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Call for Abstracts

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 19 Ottobre 2023
Thessaloniki ISSUP
The 2024 ISSUP Global Event will be held in Thessaloniki, Greece between 24th & 28th June, 2024. Abstract submission is now open until December 31st, 2023, and we are inviting contributions from professionals across substance use prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery support, as well as those working with vulnerable populations. Whether you're an academic or not, we welcome your submissions.
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ISSUP Kenya/USIU-Africa World Mental Health Day 2023 Webinar

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 18 Ottobre 2023
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ISSUP Kenya and the United States International University - Africa co-hosted a webinar to mark World Mental Health Day 2023. The theme is 'Substance Use Prevention: A Responsive Strategy to Enhance Mental Health in Kenya'.

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ISSUP Kenya Executive meets with Parliamentary Caucus

Shared by Radolf Nortey - 18 Ottobre 2023
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ISSUP Kenya Executive Committee members had the privilege to meet with the Parliamentary Caucas against Drug and Substance Abuse. The meeting yielded rich and  positive deliberations which culminated in a partnership agreement between both parties.

ISSUP Kenya is now an active player in the activities of the caucus in Kenya.  The goal of the partnership is to collaborate in responding to the national agenda of  substance  use prevention and reduce the disease burden caused by SUDs.

Present at the meeting were Hon. Anthony Kibagendi MP, Chairman of the caucas, Hon. Dan Mathenge MP for...

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Who Helps The Helper? A Skills Transfer Program for Behavioural and Substance Use Professionals

Shared by Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom - 13 Ottobre 2023
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ISSUP Kenya cordially invites you to our upcoming webinar on October 24th, 2023. Gain insights from clinical practice, mentorship, and supervision programs that equip novice mental health professionals with practical skills.
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Wellness in Recovery: Reading List

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 13 Ottobre 2023
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The journey of recovery from substance use and mental health challenges is a profound and transformative experience. The effective integration of wellness into recovery services across care systems stands as a pivotal element in addressing substance misuse and its associated consequences. Wellness, with its holistic approach, holds great promise for enhancing the overall recovery experience and improving outcomes.
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Congresso annuale ISAM Marrakech, Marocco, 2 novembre

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 22 Settembre 2023
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25° Congresso Annuale della Società Internazionale di Medicina delle Dipendenze che si terrà a Marrakech, Marocco dal 2 al 4 novembre 2023.

La conferenza ISAM Marrakesh 2023 coinciderà con il 25° anniversario di ISAM. Successivamente...

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