Main Topics
- Health and safety information, research and statistics on common drugs in New Zealand.
- The latest policy, research, news and views on drugs, including Drug Foundation policy and positions.
- Information, resources and links for parents, schools, workplaces and others to help minimise drug harm.
NEWS
26 June 2008 | Drug Foundation launches Volatile Substance Guide for retailers
The New Zealand Drug Foundation today launched a guide for retailers on managing the sale of volatile substances.
17 June 2008 | Drug Foundation welcomes Prime Minister to alcohol debate
The New Zealand Drug Foundation has welcomed the Prime Minister’s entry into the long running debate about the proliferation of liquor outlets in communities.
E-Substance July 2008
3 July 2008Welcome Dear reader, Welcome to the July issue of the New Zealand Drug Foundation's monthly e-newsletter - e-Substance! Next week 8 New Zealand NGO delegates, led by the Drug Foundation, join 300 colleagues from around the world at the Beyond 2008 forum in Vienna. The forum will be the final part of the global consultation of NGOs involved in responding to drug related problems. The New Zealand delegation will jointly present findings from the regional consultation with our Australian colleagues. We'll let you know what happened in Vienna on our return.
Work for the Drug Foundation
Communications AdviserFearless!Do you have the courage to champion complex ideas about critical issues in an environment that can be hostile and where others hold strong and opposing beliefs?
Human rights and drug control
Narrow interpretation of international drug control conventions by some countries has resulted in a failure to provide vital health and harm reduction services. Martina Melis argues a reinterpretation of the international framework is needed to remove these 'unintended consequences'.
HOW DO I GET HELP?
If you are faced with an emergency, call 111 immediately.
To talk to someone about your or someone else’s drug use, call the Alcohol Drug Helpline – 0800 787 797
You can also get contact details for your local alcohol and other drug counsellor or treatment provider by calling the helpline or by visiting www.addictionshelp.org.nz
