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Marijuana Question from a Catholic Perspective

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Father Larry Young discusses the issue of marijuana, alcohol and other drug use from a Catholic perspective. The involvement of the faith-based community is important in addressing drug demand reduction. Please comment on his YouTube video...

Father Larry Young of Ascension Catholic Church in Bowie, Maryland, USA

Narcotics: Problems and Solutions of this Global Issue

23 November 2016

Vatican City

Vatican City's Pontifical Academy of Sciences hosted a workshop on drug use with some organisations working around the world in the areas of research, prevention, treatment and policy development. The workshop began with an address by Pope Francis. Videos and presentations are available in the links below.