Ethnic Profiling in France

A recent report of the Open Society Justice Initiative established that ethnic profiling is prevalent in France, targeting mainly black and arab communities.

Illegal drug trade in China

Chinese consume half of 'Golden Triangle' heroin trafficked to international markets

Drug use in France

A recent survey conducted in France is showing adolescents the health implications of drink and drugs.

Marijuana driving link study

A study is being done in Canada to see whether there is a link between car crashes and the use of marijuana.

Stop and search laws to be reviewed

The decision by the Metropolitan Police to review stop and search laws is certainly a welcomed development.

 

Afghanis: beholden to the markets

This year's UNODC report on Afghanistan shows that levels of opium production have continued to rise despite more efforts made at eradication. This once again illustrates the failure of current eradication polices

German party wants 'Cannabis Clubs'

The Left Party wants the state to change its attitude towards drugs and to allow cannabis clubs.

Russia cannot beat heroin

The Russian Government cannot stop the flow of heroin to its citizens without the help of the US.

Women and drug policy

The Eurasian Harm Reduction Network (EHRN) an interesting report about women and drug policy.

Prof. Alexander on the the War on Drugs

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Michelle Alexander reveals the real politics and interests behind the War on Drugs

Female incarceration in the US

Imprisoment for minor drug offences has led to a massive increase in the number of women in US prisons.

Drug Education Campaign in Qujing, China

A new round of an anti-drug campaign among students in Qujing, a small city in Yunan.

Why I don't smoke

Cigarettes are fun. Cigarettes are cool. Cigarettes are sexy.