Cannabinoids

Cannabis, Regulation, and Emerging Frameworks

Cannabinoids shape how cannabis interacts with society, from THC and CBD to newer compounds. ENCOD engages in policy discussions on regulation, access, production models, and public health, promoting evidence-based approaches supporting responsible governance and informed debate across jurisdictions.

THC Regulation, Use, and Drug Policy Impact

THC remains central to cannabis policy, shaping regulation, markets, and public debate worldwide. ENCOD advocates evidence-based THC regulation addressing access, safety, and social realities, challenging stigma and prohibition models while supporting balanced cannabis policies that reflect actual use patterns across societies.

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CBD Regulation, Markets, and Consumer Protection

CBD has transformed cannabis markets, raising urgent questions around regulation, safety, and consumer protection. ENCOD works to shape CBD policy frameworks ensuring quality standards, transparent markets, and fair access, supporting evidence-based regulation that prevents misinformation while enabling responsible development across jurisdictions.

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Emerging Cannabinoids and Future Regulation for CBG

CBG highlights the rapid evolution of cannabinoids entering markets before clear regulation exists. ENCOD addresses these developments by advocating proactive, evidence-based policies that close regulatory gaps, ensure product safety, and prepare legal frameworks for emerging cannabinoids shaping future cannabis markets.

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Cannabis Derivatives, Markets, and Policy Gaps for CBN

CBN reflects the growing complexity of cannabis-derived products entering legal markets. ENCOD works to ensure policies address product claims, safety, and transparency, promoting regulation that protects consumers while responding to innovation and preventing fragmented or inconsistent cannabis policy approaches.

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Synthetic Cannabis and Policy Response

Synthetic cannabinoids present serious public health risks due to potency, unpredictability, and unregulated production. ENCOD advocates targeted policy responses, distinguishing synthetic cannabis from natural cannabinoids, promoting harm reduction, and supporting evidence-based regulation that prioritises safety and reduces harms linked to illicit markets.

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Cannabis Through Time

Across medicine, culture, and innovation

Cannabis has been used for centuries across medicine, textiles, nutrition, and cultural practices. From traditional healing and industrial hemp to modern therapeutic and regulated markets, it continues to shape public health, sustainability, and evolving drug policy frameworks worldwide.

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Adult Use

Cannabis Is a Matter of Personal Freedom

ENCOD supports the right to buy, use, and produce cannabis for personal purposes, including making oils, teas, and other preparations. We advocate regulated frameworks that reduce harm, ensure quality, and protect individual freedoms and public health.

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Medical Use

Cannabis Is Essential to Patient Care

ENCOD promotes safe, legal access to cannabis for therapeutic use, including the ability to obtain and prepare medicines such as oils and extracts. We support regulation ensuring quality, affordability, and patient autonomy within healthcare systems.

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Events and International Engagement​

Across the world, conferences, forums, and civil society gatherings bring people together to discuss the future of drug policy. ENCOD highlights and participates in these events, offering opportunities to learn, connect, and contribute to fair and effective reform.
TitleDescriptionDate
ENCOD General Assembly Join this years General assembly 1795262400 21st November 2026 - 22nd November 2026
Overdose Awareness DayGlobal awareness on overdose and harm1788177600 31st August 2026
International Drug Users DayGlobal rights advocacy for drug users1793534400 1st November 2026

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

Start

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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In person

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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In person

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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In person

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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In person

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

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Harm Reduction

Health, Safety, and Evidence-Based Approaches

ENCOD promotes harm reduction in cannabinoid policy by supporting safer use, informed choices, and balanced regulation. We work to reduce risks, address misinformation, and ensure policies reflect real use patterns, contributing to public health, individual wellbeing, and more effective drug policy approaches.

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Drug Policy Reform

Towards Fair and Evidence-Based Regulation

ENCOD works to advance cannabinoid policy reform by promoting fair, evidence-based regulation. We challenge ineffective prohibition models, support responsible legal frameworks, and contribute to policy development that reflects social realities, protects rights, and creates more effective and balanced approaches to cannabis.

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Be a Part of Change

Join the Movement To End The War On Drugs

Join ENCOD’s cannabis work to advance fair, evidence-based cannabis policy and regulation worldwide. Contribute as a member or supporter, helping strengthen advocacy, policy development, and campaigns that promote legal, transparent, and sustainable cannabis markets across countries and emerging regulatory frameworks.
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Cannabis Policy in Action

ENCOD’s work on cannabinoids focuses on developing balanced, evidence-based policies addressing regulation, access, markets, and public health. We contribute to ongoing policy development and reform across jurisdictions. Below you can explore selected policy work, reflecting our engagement from past to present.

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Events and International Engagement​

Across the world, conferences, forums, and civil society gatherings bring people together to discuss the future of drug policy. ENCOD highlights and participates in these events, offering opportunities to learn, connect, and contribute to fair and effective reform.

Cannabis Campaigns in Action

ENCOD’s work on cannabinoids focuses on developing balanced, evidence-based policies addressing regulation, access, markets, and public health. We contribute to ongoing policy development and reform across jurisdictions. Below you can explore selected policy work, reflecting our engagement from past to present.

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