The New Zealand Drug Foundation today launched a guide for retailers on managing the sale of volatile substances.
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.
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.
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?
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'.
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
