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ENCOD is a pan-European organisation founded in 1993, working to reform global drug policy. It promotes human rights-based, public health-driven, and socially just approaches. Moreover, it challenges prohibition and supports fair, effective, and evidence-based alternatives across Europe and beyond.

Purpose

Advocating and networking for evidence-based drug policy reform, human rights, public health, and harm reduction globally.

Principles

Promoting human rights, public health, harm reduction, and open evidence-based dialogue on drug policies internationally.

Commitment

Supporting cooperation, transparency, evidence-based development, and dialogue between civil society organisations and policymakers.

 

Expertise - Advocacy - Impact

Where Knowledge Becomes Drug Policy Change

ENCOD brings together experts, organisations, and advocates across key drug policy areas. By aligning knowledge, experience, and coordinated action, we strengthen harm reduction and advance evidence-based drug policy reform grounded in public health and human rights. 

Drug Policy Reform

ENCOD works to advance drug policy reform by promoting fair, effective, and evidence-based approaches. We support policies grounded in human rights, public health, and social realities, encouraging dialogue, cooperation, and legislative change across national and international frameworks shaping drug policy. 

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Harm Reduction

ENCOD promotes harm reduction as a central pillar of drug policy, supporting measures that reduce health and social risks. We advocate evidence-based approaches, safer use practices, and inclusive policies that prioritise dignity, public health, and the real needs of affected communities. 

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Be a Part of Change

Join the Movement To End The War On Drugs

Join a growing network of activists, researchers, professionals, and citizens advancing fair, effective drug policy reform. Become a member, partner, or donor to strengthen advocacy, protect rights, and support evidence-based solutions across Europe and beyond.
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Cannabinoids

Cannabinoids shape how cannabis works, from THC and CBD to CBG, CBN, and newer synthetic variants. ENCOD provides evidence-based insight into legal frameworks, supports informed public debate, and promotes responsible drug policy development.

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Stimulants - Uppers

Stimulants affect energy, focus, and alertness, from traditional plants like coca leaf and khat to cocaine and pharmaceutical substances. ENCOD addresses these drugs within political, legal, and harm-reduction debates shaping national and international drug policy.

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Sedative - Downers

Sedatives include poppy-derived opioids such as morphine, codeine, and heroin. ENCOD examines these substances through legal, regulatory, and public health perspectives, focusing on access, balanced regulation models, and long-term societal impact.

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Psychedelics

Psychedelics such as psilocybin, ayahuasca, ibogaine, entactogens, kambo, and delirants are addressed by ENCOD through political and legal frameworks, with a focus on cultural use, protecting indigenous rights, emerging research, and evolving regulatory models.

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Our Campaigns

Where Advocacy Turns Into Action

ENCOD’s campaigns bring together civil society, experts, and communities to drive change in drug policy. Through advocacy, awareness, and cooperation, we promote human rights, public health, and evidence-based approaches, turning shared knowledge into collective action across local, national, and international levels. 

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Our Members

Strong Alone. But Stronger Together.

ENCOD unites a diverse network of activists, researchers, professionals, and community organisations from across Europe and beyond. Our members share experience, support one another, and work together to influence policy and protect rights.

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The Netherlands

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Meet Our Members
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International Events ​

ENCOD participates in international conferences, policy forums, expert meetings and respective fairs, demonstrations to represent civil society, influence decision-making, share expertise, and promote human rights-based, evidence-driven drug policy reform at European and global levels.

Overdose Awareness Day

Drug Policy Reform

Start

31/08/2026

End

31/08/2026

International

Global initiative raising awareness on overdose prevention, remembering lives lost, and reducing stigma around drug-related harm.

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Hybrid

Support Don’t Punish – Global Day of Action

Drug Policy Reform

Start

26/06/2026

End

26/05/2026

International

Global campaign promoting harm reduction, drug policy reform, and health-centred approaches instead of punishment and criminalisation.

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Hybrid

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

Harm Reduction

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26/06/2026

End

26/05/2026

International

United Nations day raising awareness on drug use, prevention, and global drug policy challenges and responses.

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Hybrid

World Cannabis Business Europe 2026

Harm Reduction

Start

19/05/2026

End

20/05/2026

Frankfurt (venue varies), Germany

Executive-level conference on cannabis markets, investment, regulation, and global industry trends across Europe.

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In person

CB Expo Dortmund 2026

Harm Reduction

Start

15/09/2026

End

17/09/2026

Messe Dortmund, Rheinlanddamm 200, 44139 Dortmund, Germany

Business-oriented cannabis expo covering supply chains, regulation, production, and European market development strategies.

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EVO NXT Prague 2026

Harm Reduction

Start

23/04/2026

End

25/04/2026

Prague Congress Centre, 5. května 1640/65, 140 21 Prague, Czech Republic

Innovation-focused cannabis event exploring regulation, technology, and future policy frameworks across European markets.

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In person

Cannafest Prague 2026

Harm Reduction

Start

06/11/2026

End

08/11/2026

PVA Expo Praha, Beranových 667, 199 00 Prague, Czech Republic

Large international cannabis trade fair featuring exhibitors, education, innovation, and global cannabis community engagement.

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CannaTrade Zurich 2026

Harm Reduction

Start

29/05/2026

End

31/05/2026

Halle 622, Therese-Giehse-Strasse 10, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland

Established cannabis expo focusing on CBD markets, regulation, innovation, and Swiss pilot program developments.

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Cannabis Europa Paris 2026

Harm Reduction

Start

19/02/2026

End

19/02/2026

Maison de la Chimie, 28 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris, France

Focused event on medical cannabis access, regulation, and patient-centred policy development in Europe.

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Cannabis Europa London 2026

Drug Policy Reform

Start

24/06/2026

End

25/06/2026

Barbican Centre, Silk St, London EC2Y 8DS, United Kingdom

High-level policy and investment forum connecting regulators, healthcare leaders, and industry stakeholders across Europe.

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In person

ENCOD Insights and Policy Updates

Follow ENCOD’s blog featuring original articles, member contributions, and relevant international drug policy news. We share research and advocacy insights, helping readers stay informed, connected, and actively engaged in reform efforts worldwide.

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