Throughout September, WFAD and the Recovered Users Network (RUN) are coming together to celebrate recovery, recognise resilience, challenge stigma, and...
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International Overdose Awareness Day 2026
Today, on International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember those who have lost their lives to overdose and recognise the families,...
August Recap: Celebrating Our Members Through the Spotlight Campaign
Throughout August, WFAD continued to highlight the work of our members through the Members Spotlight Campaign, sharing stories from across...
Upcoming Youth-Led Webinar: Youth Vaping Uncovered 28 Aug, 14:00 CEST
The World Federation Against Drugs (WFAD), together with the Young Professionals Advisory Board (YPAB), a youth-led initiative of the Drug...
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...