
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
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The EUDA Scientific Committee concluded its first meeting in Lisbon today, electing Marieke Liem to the position of Chairperson and Fernando Rodrigues de Fonseca to the position of Deputy Chairperson. Prof. Dr Liem is a specialist in criminology and clinical psychology and works as Professor of Violence and Interventions at the Institute of Security and Global Affairs, Leiden University. Prof. Dr Rodrigues de Fonseca is affiliated to the IBIMA Institute of Malaga and specialises in the neurobiology of drug addiction. Commenting on the election results, EUDA Executive Director Alexis ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
1M ago
This month, Poland has assumed the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union with the motto 'Security, Europe!', underscoring the pressing challenges facing the continent in this time of conflict. Over the next six months, Poland will steer work across all levels of the Council, aiming to foster cooperation, consensus and solidarity among the EU Member States. This marks Poland’s second presidency since joining the EU in 2004, the first time being in 2011. During its presidency, Poland will prioritise efforts to bolster seven key dimensions of European security: defence and ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
2M ago
Today, the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) has launched its first set of Western Balkan datasheets, offering the latest overview of the drug situation in the region. The online datasheets provide a comprehensive summary of drug use, supply and drug-related harms and responses in Albania, Bosnia Herzegovina, Kosovo*, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia. They include detailed descriptions of key indicators, alongside data tables and interactive graphics designed to enhance visualisation and user engagement. The data and information for the datasheets were collected under the EU-funded ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
2M ago
The Management Board of the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA), meeting in Lisbon this week, held elections today for its leadership positions. The Board elected Austrian member Franz Pietsch as Chairperson and Luxembourgish member Xavier Poos as Deputy Chairperson. They will hold these positions for a four-year term (2025–2028). Both candidates held these positions under the EUDA's predecessor, the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA), with their mandates set to conclude on 31 December 2024. The EUDA officially succeeded the EMCDDA on 2 July 2024, with its ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
2M ago
On World AIDS Day, the EUDA is showcasing a new resource outlining key steps to be taken when launching surveys to monitor HIV and viral hepatitis in people who inject drugs. The Drug-related infectious diseases (DRID) technical protocol – surveys on HIV and viral hepatitis in people who inject drugs includes sections on: planning and implementing surveys; conducting the study; sampling, recruitment and study sites; specimen collection and testing; data collection, management and analysis; ethical considerations and data protection; logistical aspects; rep ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
2M ago
The first European Conference on Drug-Related Violence drew to a close today, culminating in a powerful Call to action delivered by EUDA Executive Director Alexis Goosdeel. Over two days, leading experts and policymakers engaged in dynamic discussions, addressing the multifaceted challenges of this phenomenon. The issues explored ranged from public safety and health implications, to responses and innovative strategies and interventions. The focus of the event was how to break the cycle of drug-related violence and build a better future. The conference's closing session featured ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
2M ago
Today, the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) is convening the inaugural meeting of its newly established network of forensic and toxicological laboratories, a key initiative outlined in its new mandate. This network will play a critical role in supporting EU preparedness on drugs. The primary purpose of today’s meeting is to review initial progress in setting up the network and to outline its operational framework. It will also provide a platform for experts from across Europe to connect, exchange views and best practice, and explore ongoing challenges in the drugs field. The meeting will ..read more
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2M ago
The European Union and Chile took a significant step forward in addressing drug-related challenges today, with the signing of a Working Arrangement between the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) and the Servicio Nacional para la Prevención y Rehabilitación del Consumo de Drogas y Alcohol (SENDA)(1). The agreement was signed in Santiago de Chile by EUDA Executive Director, Alexis Goosdeel, and National Director of SENDA, Natalia Riffo Alonso. Following a favourable opinion of the European Commission, the EUDA Management Board mandated the Executive Director to sign the agreement in June 2024 ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
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The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) signed a Working Arrangement with Montenegro today in the margins of the EU-Western Balkans Ministerial Forum on Justice and Home Affairs taking place in Budva, Montenegro. The Working Arrangement was signed in Podgorica, in the presence of the European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva Johansson. The signatories for Montenegro were the Minister of the Interior, Danilo Šaranović and Deputy Prime Minister for Foreign and European Affairs, Filip Ivanović, on behalf of the Ministry of Health. EUDA Executive Director Alexis Goosdeel signed on behalf of ..read more
European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) News
2M ago
'Whole-of-health, whole-of-government and whole-of-community approaches to prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery are required to ensure that every person can access care and that every community can feel safe'. This is among the key messages highlighted in a joint statement from the EUDA and Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA), published today. The statement follows a successful EUDA visit to Canada in September. During the visit, EUDA Executive Director, Alexis Goosdeel and CCSA Chief Executive Officer, Dr Alexander Caudarella, reinforced the ..read more