Drug Use in Europe: Trends, Challenges, and Preventive Solutions

Content: The webinar will provide an overview of the current state of drug use in Europe and present international examples of effective solutions for preventive measures to reduce drug use.

Date and Time: November 28, 10 AM - 12 AM (EEST / GMT+2)

Chair: Heikki Luoto, Development Manager, EHYT Finnish Association for Substance Abuse Prevention

Program:

Opening Remarks by Dr. Juha Mikkonen, Executive Director, EHYT Finnish Association for Substance Abuse Prevention

Laura Rissanen, State Secretary to the Minister of Social Security, Finland

Topic: How is Finland currently investing in the prevention of drug use?

Dr. Anne Bergenström, Scientific Analyst, European Union Drugs Agency EUDA

Topic: What is the current situation of drug use in Europe and how does Finland compare to other countries?

Commentary by Elina Kotovirta, Ministerial Adviser, Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, Finland

Giovanna Campello, Chief, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime UNODC 

Topic: What effective solutions have been developed internationally to prevent drug use? What should Finland focus on and what tools should be utilized in drug use prevention?

Hanna Heikkilä, Project Manager, EHYT Finnish Association for Substance Abuse Prevention 

EHYT's models for preventing substance use and for building the capacity for it.

Closing remarks