Institute of Alcohol Studies
Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol Alert - October 2023
Alcohol Alert - October 2023
Alcohol Alert - October 2023
Wednesday 1st November 2023
Hear experts discuss global alcohol policies, digital marketing impacts, and success stories at the 7th Global Alcohol Policy Conference in Cape Town.
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Get the buttons here!Voices from Cape Town: Unpacking Global Alcohol Policies
Episode Overview
- Insights from the 7th Global Alcohol Policy Conference in Cape Town
- Importance of denormalizing alcohol use and establishing clear rules for engaging with the alcohol industry
- Impact of digital marketing and success stories from countries like Lithuania
- Urgency of addressing the global health problem posed by alcohol consumption
- The need for global cooperation in implementing effective policies
We cannot do or we cannot solve all the problems. So it is important to think what do we want to do first and to build strong and powerful narratives around those interventions that we want to change.
What happens when experts from around the world gather to discuss alcohol policy? In this episode of the Alcohol Alert Podcast, listeners are taken to the heart of the 7th Global Alcohol Policy Conference in Cape Town, South Africa.
The episode features engaging conversations with key attendees like Prof David Jernigan from Boston University, Prof Charles Parry of the SAMRC, Alison Douglas and Nicola Merrin from Alcohol Focus Scotland, Chris Smith of Open Philanthropy, and Juan Tello from the World Health Organization. These interviews provide a rich tapestry of insights into the most enlightening moments of the conference and what these experts hope people will take away from it.
Expect to hear about the importance of denormalizing alcohol use, the impact of digital marketing, and the need for global cooperation in crafting effective policies. The episode also highlights success stories from countries like Lithuania and underscores the urgency of tackling alcohol consumption as a pressing global health issue. If you're interested in how alcohol policies shape our world and want to hear directly from those at the forefront of this critical field, this episode is a must-listen.