1. Decriminalisation & Public Health
People who use drugs should not face additional harm or stigma through criminal prosecution. Prevention, counselling and access to healthcare should come first.
Regulate Europa – for humane, evidence-based drug policy
Regulate Europa is a proposed non-profit association currently in preparation. Its aim is to connect people and organisations across Europe and, in the longer term, worldwide, to advance drug policies grounded in scientific evidence, human rights and public health.
We advocate moving beyond predominantly punitive approaches towards effective prevention, support services and differentiated regulatory frameworks. Regulation of psychoactive substances should reflect scientific findings and their respective risks. Public oversight and state regulation can establish standards for product quality, distribution, age restrictions, consumer protection and independent evaluation, rather than leaving these matters to illicit markets.
Our five priorities
2. Regulated Access & Youth Protection
Evidence-informed, state-regulated models should reduce illicit markets and uncontrolled product quality while strengthening effective protection for young people.
3. Harm Reduction & Education
Drug checking, accessible counselling, supervised consumption facilities where needed, and factual education can reduce health and social harms.
4. Support for Families and Loved Ones
Families and loved ones need access to reliable information, psychosocial support and effective services.
5. Human Rights & Ending Stigma
Human dignity, social participation and reducing discrimination are essential foundations of responsible drug policy.
From Europe to International Dialogue
Drug markets and public-health challenges do not stop at national borders. Regulate Europa aims to bring together scientific expertise, experience from different countries, and the perspectives of people directly affected, families and professionals. International cooperation can help compare regulatory approaches transparently, examine legal options and independently assess health and social outcomes.
The project is intended as a platform for exchange, education and civil-society engagement. An association is planned but has not yet been established; the activities described here are objectives, not services already provided by an existing organisation.
Starting Point: Wiener Aufruf 2.0
The Wiener Aufruf 2.0 is an Austrian parliamentary citizens’ initiative calling for drug-policy reform. Regulate Europa aims to extend professional and public dialogue beyond Austria. The two initiatives are distinct.
Contact: team@regulate-europa.eu