SSDP: Edith Cowan University

07/06/2024

03/05/2024

The Department of Health cop an ear full from Nationals senator Ross Cadell for being woefully unprepared for the failure of restrictive Vapes bill.

Watch "Ross Cadell Vapes Hearing 2024" on Streamable.

01/05/2024

Alcohol is involved in between 23% and 65% of police reported family violence incidents.
And Australian research also shows that the rates of domestic violence increases with an increase in alcohol outlet density.

26/04/2024

If you are one of the 3% of people who will be partying this weekend with the aid of Ecstasy (M**A), please read our tips on staying safe and look out for signs of overdose.

Unintentional consumption of drugs other than M**A causes the majority of ecstasy-related deaths. We know it’s difficult to know what is in the Ecstasy you’ve purchased, so try to purchase from a known source, and to avoid overdosing, try and find out how much M**A is in the Ecstasy you are taking (a standard dose is 80-150mg).

Warning signs of an overdose are:

Feeling unwell and confused
Unable to communicate properly
Vomiting
Not being able to urinate
Not perspiring, even when dancing
Increased heart rate, even when resting
Fainting, convulsing, collapsing.

If this is happening to you or a friend, do not be afraid to reach out for medical support.

Be safe, have fun, and look after each other.

SSDP

14/04/2024

Dr. Colin Mendelsohn gives evidence at the NSW parliamentary inquiry into va**ng. A lesson in harm reduction

I gave evidence at the NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into va**ng today. The myths and rampant misinformation being fed to the Inquiry are breathtaking. I tried t...

12/04/2024

Check out SSDP Australia’s new position statement on Drug Checking & Early Warning Systems (link in their bio)

10/04/2024

📢 Researchers from the National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) would like to speak with people who have been using M**A and/or other illicit stimulant drugs (e.g., co***ne and dexamphetamine) in Perth recently.

🗣️ Confidential surveys are being conducted by friendly researchers between April 8 - June 28. The survey takes about an hour, and you will be reimbursed $40 cash for your time.

📈 Sharing your knowledge will help researchers understand current drug trends in Perth and issues faced by people who use drugs. This research may be used to influence government policies on a range of issues including harm reduction services and education.

📲 To register interest, complete the online pre-screening form via https://redcap.unsw.edu.au/surveys/?s=EA43YRNTRWCHJMW3 to get a call back or call/SMS Jodie and Sophie on 0416 303 461.

09/04/2024

If you support sensible policy regarding va**ng, please take a moment to make a submission to the Senate va**ng inquiry:

THE CURRENT SENATE VA**NG INQUIRY is a real opportunity for change policy. There is growing support for va**ng reform in federal Parliament. We think a majority of senators understand that the current model has failed. The deadline for submissions is COB 12 April 2024. The va**ng bill before parliam...

02/04/2024

🎉 Membership Sign-Ups 🎉

Hey SSDP Fam! 🌟

Are you ready to dive into meaningful discussions, advocate for change, and make a real impact on campus? 🌱✊ Our ECU SSDP team is gearing up for an incredible year, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

📝 Ready to join us? Signing up is a breeze! Simply fill out the form linked below to become an official member of our dynamic committee. 🚀 Plus, did we mention? Membership is completely FREE!

🔗 Sign-up Form: https://forms.gle/JsUNxLSs7pRfun6i6

Whether you're passionate about harm reduction, drug policy reform, or simply eager to get involved in positive change on campus, we welcome you with open arms! Together, we can create a safer, more informed, and more compassionate community.

Welcome to ECU Students for Sensible Drug Policy! Thank you for choosing to join our club. We are excited to have you on board and eager to hear your perspectives and ideas on drug policy reform. Membership is valid for one year, from January 1st to December 31st. SSDP ECU empowers students through....

29/03/2024

🌿 Exciting News from Around the Globe! 🌍

Starting next week, possessing cannabis and cultivating up to three plants will no longer be illegal in Germany! This reform also involves the creation of licensed not-for-profit membership-based associations (Cannabis Social Clubs) to grow and supply cannabis among their members. 🌱

The German federal parliament has voted to decriminalise cannabis possession and home growing, and enable non-profit growers' cooperatives.

28/03/2024

New study confirms Ni****ne is benign

Author summary Although we know that smoking to***co negatively impacts health, we know relatively little about whether ni****ne plays a role in causing poor health outcomes. When used for short periods of time, ni****ne appears to have little impact on health. However, until recently, ni****ne has....