Drug Policy Alliance

Definition

The Drug Policy Alliance is a non-profit organization advocating for drug policies grounded in science, compassion, health, and human rights. It focuses on promoting harm reduction strategies, ending the criminalization of drug use, and ensuring equitable access to drug treatment services.

Related terms

Harm Reduction: A set of practical strategies intended to reduce negative consequences associated with drug use, focusing on safety and prevention over punishment.

Decriminalization: The process of removing criminal sanctions against certain acts or behaviors, particularly in relation to drug possession for personal use.

Interest Group: An organized group that aims to influence public policy and decision-making processes within political systems without seeking electoral competition