SSDP International

We are a youth-led grassroots network of students and young people in over 30 countries advocating for drug policies based on human rights.

[NACOSA @NACOSANet]

Thought-provoking piece by Charity Monareng from @ssdpofficial on decriminalisation of drug use in light of recent revelations in the #MadlangaCommission. Criminalising drug use makes the cartels stronger, not weaker: https://t.co/ideaQQHvda

[SSDPUNICAL @SSDPUNICAL1]

Young voices. Real facts. Zero stigma.
This #WorldAIDSDay2025, we’re calling for harm reduction, compassion, and a transformed HIV response.
Overcome disruption. Transform the response. @ssdpofficial @SSDPIntl @SDPcampaign
#SSDPNigeria #EndHIV #HarmReductionNow

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

Where does personal use end, and trafficking begin? Do drug thresholds protect, or harm, the future of decriminalisation? Join us as we continue raising the conversation for health, dignity, and human rights. https://t.co/CEvL8042lL
#Decrim #DrugPolicy @MonarengCharity

[The Global Commission on Drug Policy (GCDP) @globalcdp]

🧵 2/3: Commissioner Ruth Dreifuss delivered the keynote, sharing findings from the Global Commission’s 2024 report on the impacts of criminal justice responses to drugs.

The event brought together @inpud, @UNHumanRights, @SSDPIntl, Marta Machado (National Secretary for Drug Policy, Brazil), and H.E. Ambassador Gustavo Gallón (Permanent Mission of Colombia to the UN).

[OUT Well-Being @outlgbt]

Shoutout to @Wits, @ssdpintl & all at Say Know, Choose Life! 🌈 We tackled youth, substance use & the Tobacco Bill. Props to @CharityMonareng for leading youth-centered drug policy change 🫶🏾

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

Say KNOW, Choose Life

Join us for a youth-focused health talk on tackling tobacco & drug use — and finding real solutions.

Wits University
21 Aug 2025 | 17:30 – 20:00
Refreshments served

Let’s build a healthier future — together.

#SayKnowChooseLife #Y-Act #SSDP #WitsTalks

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

Speak out Sketch loud EXTENDED!

Cash prizes, certificates & your art featured in campaigns!

New deadline: 15 Aug 2025
Enter: https://t.co/QOG9lTI7wp

#SpeakOutSketchLoud #SSDP #YAct

[NACOSA @NACOSANet]

Have you registered for our webinar on the #decriminalisation of sex work and drugs for personal use tomorrow? Join expert speakers from @SisonkeSA, @lhr_sa, @ssdpofficial and @dejusticia to unpack the issues.
👉 Register now: https://t.co/NPulzcOuqr
#HarmReduction

[Imo Uchenna @Imo_Uchenna]

On June 27, 2025, I led a town hall & roundtable in Nasarawa State—uniting law enforcement, CSOs & media to push for drug decriminalization & harm reduction.💚

15+ pledges secured for health-based reform. ✊🏾
@ssdpintl @IDPCnet @SDPcampaign
#SupportDontPunish #GlobalDayOfAction

[SSDPUNICAL @SSDPUNICAL1]

@SDPcampaign | 26 June 2025
SSDP-Calabar, hosted a panel discussion with Special Advisor to the Governor of Cross-River State on Youth Mobilization, youth leaders, and Medical Professionals, to discuss the urgent need for health-focused, rights-based drug policies.#SSDP @SSDPIntl

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

This #WorldNoTobacco In collab with @YACT_Africa and our coalition members, we’re calling on @ParliamentofRSA to:
✅ Fast-track the Tobacco Bill
✅ Regulate vaping and e-cigarette products
✅ Protect young people from industry exploitation @yplussa @bloyta1 @GetinformedYDC

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

Our ED @MonarengCharity will be moderating this important discussion at the 68th session of the CND. You can join the side event on the following link: Join Us on Zoom: https://t.co/4NCBWn4ltw on Thursday at 10-11am (CET) @SANPUD_NPO @action_stand @PosFoundation

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

How can we create youth-friendly alternatives to incarceration? Don’t miss this vital discussion with traditional leaders & youth advocates during the 68th Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs
🔗 Register now: https://t.co/6pWvpB68Q9
@DIRCO_ZA @GDCoGTA @CentralDrug

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

On the 15th & 16th, our three young leaders from our collaborative project with @YouthRISE attended the GFAN Africa 2025 Strategy Meeting in Johannesburg to champion health equity, harm reduction, and drug policy reform for young people. #YouthAdvocacy @afrikanmunnira

[Youth RISE @YouthRISE]

Decriminalisation and Young People Who Use Drugs (YPWUD) Rights workshop!👀💊

Tuesday, 18th | Register here👉https://t.co/vgqnjzM9VB
Thursday 20th | Register here👉https://t.co/O1dErfh7MZ

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

We pleased to introduce our Board of Directors nominees! We invite all stakeholders to join our AGM for a to learn about our vision for the future, and contribute to the conversation on advancing global drug policy reform. REGISTER HERE: https://t.co/oxxBDuwKC2

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

Final day to submit your nomination to be part of our board

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

Exciting news!SSDP International is calling for Board Member Nominations! Ready to lead global change? Nominate now and stay tuned for AGM details! REGISTER HERE: https://t.co/oxxBDuwKC2
Nomination Form HERE: https://t.co/4VeNLuPE4z

[INHSU @INHepSU]

📢 Abstracts and Scholarships for @INhepSU’s #INHSU2025 conference close on March 2, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to present to a global audience in Cape Town and drive forward equitable healthcare for people who use drugs https://t.co/noOEsTu3tY

[SSDP International @SSDPIntl]

Exciting news!SSDP International is calling for Board Member Nominations! Ready to lead global change? Nominate now and stay tuned for AGM details! REGISTER HERE: https://t.co/oxxBDuwKC2
Nomination Form HERE: https://t.co/4VeNLuPE4z

[Imo Uchenna @Imo_Uchenna]

@ecowas_cedeao @UNODC @_AfricanUnion @MollyProfessor @SSDPIntl The resolutions drawn reaffirmed the commitment to tackling emerging drug issues across Africa.

#15BIC #CrisaConference #RapporteurLife #AbstractPresentation #DrugPolicy