69th UN CND Side Event
Join us for a hybrid CND69 side event launching new guidance on the decriminalisation of drug use in the context of HIV.
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Obituary — Theo van Dam
With deep sadness, the International Network of People who Use Drugs (INPUD) mourns the passing of Theo van Dam — a legendary activist, movement builder, and uncompromising voice for the rights and dignity of people who use drugs in the Netherlands, across Europe, and globally. Theo was one of the pioneers of the Dutch drug user movement in the 1990s… Read More »Obituary — Theo van Dam
Oral Interventions at the 60th Session of the Human Rights Council
Aditia Taslim, our Advocacy Lead, delivered pre-recorded oral interventions in two Agenda Items at the 60th session of the Human Rights Council, on the impact of climate change on human rights, and on the panel discussion on economic, social, and cultural rights. During the climate change discussion, Aditia emphasised the importance of having resilient communities to challenge and counter the… Read More »Oral Interventions at the 60th Session of the Human Rights Council
INPUD Board Meeting and New Board Leadership
INPUD has conducted a successful Board Meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, between 8th and 10th September 2025. The Secretariat presented the work completed in 2025, and the Board leadership candidates presented their vision and priorities. Additionally, Strategic Plan 2025–2029 has been presented. New Board Leadership has been elected: Ernesto Cortés (LANPUD), ChairVielta Parhomenko (ENPUD), Vice ChairHasan Taraif (MENANPUD), Treasurer Additionally, we… Read More »INPUD Board Meeting and New Board Leadership
With Deepest Condolences and In Loving Memory of Louise Vincent
It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Louise Vincent, INPUD’s Interim Chair, a long-time Board Member, a respected friend, and a true peer leader in our global movement. Louise was a fearless advocate, a powerful voice for justice, and a guiding light to so many of us in the struggle for the rights, health, and dignity… Read More »With Deepest Condolences and In Loving Memory of Louise Vincent
68th UN CND Side Event
Who’s Afraid of Human Rights? quips the discussion topic for the INPUD-led Side Event at the 68th United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs on Wednesday 12 March 2025 at 1630 hours. Other relevant questions are: Who Values voice, choice, inclusion and engagement as a pathway to better health and quality of life? And: Who believes health, rights, and dignity for all people is a… Read More »68th UN CND Side Event
Rita from WRADA steps up: Read the intervention here
Intervention presented on behalf of People who Use Drugs in Kenya by WRADA ‘s Rita Gatonye in February 2025 in Geneva at the UN Human Rights Spaces. People who use drugs in Kenya experience a range of issues that limit their access to health services and enjoyment of human rights as guaranteed by international human rights standards and the Constitution of Kenya… Read More »Rita from WRADA steps up: Read the intervention here
Human Rights & Harm Reduction Heroes speak up for Kenyans who use drugs: The Amazing Three take the lead in Geneva this week
INPUD, AfricaNPUD and WRADA were represented by some of our amazing community leaders in Geneva this week to speak up for people who use drugs. Aditia Taslim, Ahmed Said and Rita Gatonye (respectively) cut the charismatic swathe our community is known for as “The Amazing Three”, as they presented our issues at a scheduled session of Member States and in… Read More »Human Rights & Harm Reduction Heroes speak up for Kenyans who use drugs: The Amazing Three take the lead in Geneva this week
Anton Basenko at AIDS2024: Rise and Decriminalise!
The INPUD Board Chair powerfully represented drug users at AIDS2024 Closing 27 July, rousing the audience to get loud for drug law reform.
Letter of endorsement from community-led organisations to welcome Scotland’s launch of a new vision for drug policy and practice.
The undersigned are community-led organisations promoting the health and defending the rights of people who use drugs in Scotland, in Europe and at the global level. We welcome and endorse the statement developed by Scottish Drugs Forum and specialists from the drugs sector. Organisations that signed the letter