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We ensure active and meaningful participation of youth and youth-related organizations in the development, implementation and evaluation of drug policies and programs.

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We reform campus drug policies, replacing detrimental punishment with supportive, life-saving responses to complex situations.

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We expand harm reduction in our communities through campus action and partnerships with harm reduction service providers.

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We deliver evidence based peer-to-peer drug education that empowers young people to navigate the complex choices regarding drugs and drug use.

SSDP In the News

Interviews: Meet the Team Who Challenged the DEA on DOI and DOC – Psychedelic Alpha

We are grateful to Psychedelic Alpha for this comprehensive ...

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DEA concludes hearing on 2 psychedelic research compounds – The Microdose

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A Psychedelic Ban Would Disrupt Important Research – Reason

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Call President Biden TODAY for the National Day of Action for Cannabis Clemency

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Press Releases

DEA SILENCES SCIENTISTS; STUDENT GROUP PUSHES BACK AGAIN

Contact:Gina Giorgio Director of Strategy and ...

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DEA SCHEDULES FIRST-EVER TWO WEEK PUBLIC HEARING ON PSYCHEDELICS

Contact:Gina Giorgio Director of Strategy and ...

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SSDP FIGHTS THE DEA IN COURT TO PRESERVE RESEARCH CHEMICALS

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