The World Federation Against Drugs (WFAD), together with the Young Professionals Advisory Board (YPAB), a youth-led initiative of the Drug...
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Global Youth Survey 2026
The Global Youth Survey is now open, inviting young people and early career professionals working in substance use and related...

International Youth Day 2026: Different Contexts, Common Aspirations
Today, we commemorate International Youth Day and recognise the important role young people play in shaping more inclusive, peaceful, and...

Leadership Transition at WFAD: Thank You to Regina Mattsson and Welcome to Cressida de Witte
WFAD is pleased to share an important update regarding the leadership of the Secretariat. As Regina Mattsson concludes her time...

International Youth Day 2026: Launch of the Global Youth Survey
To mark International Youth Day 2026, WFAD, together with the ISSUP Global Youth Network, Drug Free America Foundation, and Fourth...

July Recap: Celebrating Our Members Through the Spotlight Campaign
Throughout July, WFAD continued to highlight the inspiring work of our members through the Members Spotlight Campaign, sharing stories from...

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026
Digital technologies are transforming how people connect, learn, and access opportunities. They are also creating new spaces in which criminal...

Voices for Change – Local Media Professionals in South Kivu Strengthen Their Role in Challenging Stigma and Supporting Youth by RENAF
From 23–24 July, WFAD’s partner Renaissance Africaine (RENAF) organised a capacity-building workshop for local media professionals in Nyangezi, Walungu Territory,...

Upcoming: Youth-Led Webinar: Trauma & Mental Health 30 July, 14:00 CEST
The World Federation Against Drugs (WFAD), together with the Young Professionals Advisory Board (YPAB), a youth-led initiative of the Drug...

Voices for Change – Community Roundtables on Drug Prevention and Youth Inclusion in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by RENAF
Between 22 and 29 June, WFAD’s partner Renaissance Africaine (RENAF) organised a series of community roundtables across South Kivu in...
