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Оновлення віртуальних зустрічей національних відділень

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - вт, 02/01/2022 - 10:28

Протягом листопада, грудня та січня національні відділення ISSUP зібралися віртуально, щоб обговорити пріоритети, дослідження, можливості співпраці та нашу майбутню конференцію та семінар наступного травня в Абу-Дабі, ОАЕ.

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ISSUP Awards nominations

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - вт, 01/11/2022 - 09:24

The nomination process is now *CLOSED*

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The Relationship between Trauma and Addiction

Shared by Olivia Woodrow - вт, 11/30/2021 - 18:20

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ISSUP Kenya are pleased to present their Webinar on the cyclic relationship between trauma and addiction and the implication in treatment.

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Substance Use Among Adolescents: Risk and Protective Factors

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - чт, 11/25/2021 - 09:25

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чт, 12/02/2021 - 12:00

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Washington, D.C.

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Join CICAD's Demand Reduction Unit for this online event on "Substance Use Among Adolescents: Risk and Protective Factors".

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Abstract submission deadline extended to 31st October!!

Shared by Joanna (ISSUP staff) - пт, 10/01/2021 - 16:57

The abstract submission deadline EXTENDED! Abstract submissions for our event taking place online and in person in Abu Dhabi: 11-16th May, 2022 has been extended to 31st October! Find out more about the event and submit your abstract: issup.net/event2022

Event partners: ICUDDR, INL and NRC

Watch our announcement here :)

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Share your work at our 2022 global workshop in Abu Dhabi

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - чт, 09/09/2021 - 09:55

ICUDDR, INL, ISSUP and NRC are partnering to host a global in person and online event from 11th – 16th May 2022 in Abu Dhabi, UAE. We welcome abstract submissions for sub-plenary and poster presentations at the event. DEADLINE EXTENDED!

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ISSUP Event Survey 2021

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - пн, 07/19/2021 - 14:59

Do you have an idea or suggestion to help us improve ISSUP online and in person events? Take part in our event survey.

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Call for Abstracts: Society For Research On Nicotine and Tobacco

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - пн, 07/19/2021 - 11:28

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The Annual Meeting will be held on March 2-5 2022, and is currently scheduled to take place at the Edinburgh International Conference Center in Edinburgh, Scotland.

The SRNT 2022 Annual Meeting may be a hybrid (part in person, part virtual) or entirely virtual, depending on how things play out in the coming months. A final decision about the meeting format (face-to-face hybrid virtual component vs. entirely virtual) will not be made for some time. In the meantime, attendees should not hesitate to submit for fear of being unable to travel. Rest assured that the meeting, no matter the...

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Perspectives of illicit marijuana growers and traders on commercial legalization of marijuana in South Africa: considerations for policy formulation

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - пн, 07/19/2021 - 09:29

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Manu, E., Douglas, M., Ntsaba, M.J. et al. Perspectives of illicit marijuana growers and traders on commercial legalisation of marijuana in South Africa: considerations for policy formulation. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 16, 54 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-021-00391-w

Over the past era, there has been a call for legalizing marijuana cultivation and trading for commercial purposes in South Africa. Advocates of the call argue that the criminalization of commercial marijuana cultivation and trading has failed to stop illicit marijuana cultivation and trading. Nevertheless, the views of those who economically benefit from the illicit marijuana trade on its legalization remain empirically unsolicited.

This study aimed to understand the views of illegal marijuana growers and traders from two selected communities in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa...

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Kenya Launches National Guidelines on Drug Use Prevention

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - вт, 07/06/2021 - 11:42

National Guidelines on Drug Use Prevention, 2021 adopted and launched by the Kenyan Government on June 26, 2021

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June 26, 2021, Nairobi, Kenya:- As the World commemorated the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (IDADA) on June 26, 2021, Kenya has added another milestone in the journey towards a nation free from alcohol and drug abuse:-The National Guidelines on Drug Use Prevention were launched!

Previously in Kenya, the approach to prevention has been single event activities, development and dissemination of information, education and communication (IEC) materials on myths and the negative effects of alcohol and drug abuse. Now, one of the greatest milestones is the...

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World Drug Report 2021

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - пт, 06/25/2021 - 10:06

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Consisting of five separate booklets, the World Drug Report 2021 provides an in-depth analysis of the global drug markets and paints a comprehensive picture of the measurable effects and potential impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the world drug problem.

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ISSUP Kenya Executive Committee Meeting

Shared by Michael Brobbey - вт, 03/02/2021 - 16:15

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On Saturday 27th February 2021 the Executive Committee meeting of ISSUP Kenya took place. There were good discussions and more information will be forthcoming from the committee about the way forward for our organisation. In the meantime members are encouraged to continue sharing about various activities both professional and personal.

Present at the meeting was the President, Evans Oloo, Vice-President Susan Gitau, incoming secretary Jackie Anundo , ISSUP Kenya trustee Richard Gakunju, membership sub-committee chair Pamela Kaithuru, treasurer Susan Ruturi, committee member Grace Wanjiku...

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DFAM Drug and Substance Abuse Conference 2021

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - пн, 01/04/2021 - 16:02

Event Date

чт, 02/18/2021 - 12:00

Location:

Abuja

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Youth & The Region's Big Issue: Drug Abuse

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ISSUP Kenya - Kenyatta University Collaboration

Shared by Livia - пн, 12/21/2020 - 16:03

ISSUP Kenya has entered into talks with Kenyatta University through Department of Psychology, to explore potential for partnership in the delivery of mutual objectives, programs and activities. Present during the meeting held on 17th December 2020 at the KU administrative complex: Dr. Eunice Githae-Chair Department of Psychology, Dr. Pamela Kaithuru-ISSUP Kenya), Evans Oloo-President ISSUP Kenya & Dr. Beatrice Kathungu-KU/ISSUP amongst other faculty members.

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ISSUP Kenya National Chapter Annual General Meeting 2020

Shared by Michael Brobbey - пн, 10/26/2020 - 15:14

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сб, 10/24/2020 - 12:00

Location:

Nairobi

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The Annual General Meeting for ISSUP Kenya, which is mandated by law for all societies and constituted our national conference, was held today, online. There was a good turn out and several resolutions were made which will be ratified by...

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Graduation UTC Training :16th October 2020

Shared by Michael Brobbey - ср, 10/21/2020 - 17:00

ISSUP Kenya in partnership with the PCEA graduated the first cohort of trainees on basic UTC course: a total of 30 participants. The ceremony at the Kikuyu mission hospital was graced by the Governor of Kiambu County, His Excellency James Nyoro, In coming SG of the PCEA, Rev. Dr. Waihenya,The CEO Kikuyu hospital Dr. P.Kimpiatu. Other officials present included Rev. Dr. W. Kogo, ISSUP Kenya Executive Dr. Richard Gakunju & Vice president ISSUP Kenya Ms. Susan Gitau. Congratulations to all.

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UTC Trainee Graduation

Shared by Michael Brobbey - ср, 10/21/2020 - 15:46

Rev Kogo with ISSUP Executive Dr. Richard Gakunju & ISSUP Kenya Deputy President, Susan Gitau

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пт, 10/16/2020 - 12:00

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Nairobi

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ISSUP Kenya/PCEA UTC Training

Shared by Livia - пн, 10/05/2020 - 15:40

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пт, 10/02/2020 - 12:00

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Nairobi

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Today saw the end of the UTC training by ISSUP-Kenya for the Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) which started in October 2019 for the members and staff of this faith-based organisation. Originally meant to end in June 2020 this...

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Drugs and substance use

Tobias Nauruki - чт, 09/24/2020 - 15:28

Living a sober life is so sweet I met a drug addict whom I am mentoring now and to come out of the vice

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Plenary 6: Review and Reflections - A Panel Session

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - чт, 09/03/2020 - 13:01

Drug Demand Reduction in Africa Virtual Conference ISSUP

Event Date

вт, 11/10/2020 - 12:00

Location:

Johannesburg

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The Sixth Plenary Session of the 'Drug Demand Reduction in Africa: Prevention, Treatment and Epidemiology' Virtual Conference from 16th September to 10th November 2020.

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