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The Challenges Inc Podcast
The Challenges Inc Podcast
Drug Policy Alliance Opening Plenary #reformconf15
Drug Policy Alliance Opening Plenary #reformconf15
Thursday 19th November 2015
Keynote speakers at the Drug Policy Alliance Opening Plenary discuss urgent drug policy reform and the shift to health-focused strategies.
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Challenging Pathos discusses functional as well as dysfunctional drug use and addiction. Listen to activists, professionals, psychonaughts, and users who live with legal and illegal drugs in their dai...(view more)
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Body & Mind
Innovative Healing Arts
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Get the buttons here!A Call for Change: Highlights from the Drug Policy Alliance Opening Plenary
We're winning, oh my god, forcing these guys in charge of the public. It came out of a period when the first lady of The United States said that the casual marijuana user was the most dangerous person in America.
Imagine a world where drug-related issues are treated as health concerns rather than criminal offenses. This episode of 'Challenging Pathos' brings you right into the heart of the Drug Policy Alliance Opening Plenary #reformconf15. With powerful keynote speakers like Earl Blumenauer and Cory Booker, the session sheds light on the pressing need for drug policy reform.
They passionately argue for the repeal of outdated drug laws and highlight the devastating impact of the war on drugs, particularly on black and brown communities. Blumenauer and Booker emphasize the importance of shifting from punitive measures to evidence-based, health-focused strategies. The plenary is not just a call to action but also a reminder of the human stories behind the statistics. Personal experiences and reflections shared during the session underscore the urgent need for systemic change.
The episode wraps up on a hopeful note, celebrating the progress made and urging listeners to remember those who have suffered due to ineffective drug policies. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of why drug policy reform is crucial and how you can be part of this transformative movement.