Planet Youth

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  • The Science of Routine

    ZOOM

    This webinar will explore the science of routines. The discussion will examine a concrete example of how data from Planet Youth can inform effective action for a given community and empowerment of parents.
    Empowering parents to invest in family time is of critical importance for drug prevention and the promotion of health and development for all children. The purpose of this webinar is therefore to present latest science, showcase best practices and outline the potential for building healthier and more resilient communities.

  • Increasing Social Capital through Protective Factors of Drug Use Initiation

    A side event organized on the margins of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs Date March 14, 2022 Time 12.15 PM - 13.05 PM Central European Time Place Zoom Registration Click here to register for the side event. Co-hosts Government of Iceland Government of Chile Government of Kenya Planet Youth UNODC UTRIP Movendi International Description Drug... Read more »

  • Planet Youth Conference 2022

    Grand Hotel Reykjavik Sigtún 28, 105, Reykjavík, Iceland

    The conference is three whole days of presentations, networking, and get-together with speakers from Planet Youth, partners, and the global prevention community.

    €780

  • WHA77 Side Event: Charting Alcohol Policy Progress Around the World

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    InterContinental Genève 7-9 Chemin du Petit-Saconnex, 1209 Geneva, Switzerland InterContinental Genève, 7-9 Chemin du Petit-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland

    The event "Charting alcohol policy progress around the world: for the full implementation of the WHO Global Alcohol Action Plan" will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at the Intercontinental Hotel from 12.30 – 13.45 with light, healthy lunch available from 12.00.
    This high-level side event aims to highlight efforts to develop and implement world-class alcohol policies. The exchange of best practices and experiences is crucial for facilitating effective policy implementation. The event will delve into lessons learned, identify key challenges, and discuss evidence-based solutions to overcome them, thus making tangible progress in the realm of alcohol policy.

  • CND68: “Challenges and Solutions to Accelerate the Implementation of Joint Commitments to Address and Counter the World Drug Problem”

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    Vienna International Centre, Vienna, Austria Vienna International Centre, Vienna, Austria, United States

    The side event will focus on innovative, evidence-based approaches like the Icelandic Prevention Model and the Planet Youth Program, which have successfully reduced youth substance use through community-based prevention strategies.
    The discussion will highlight lessons from the Oviedo Declaration, emphasizing the need for multi-sectoral cooperation, sustainable development, and youth-centered approaches to address the drug problem.
    Panelists will explore barriers such as Alcohol and Cannabis Industry interference, stigma, and policy fragmentation, while proposing solutions like scaling prevention models, enhancing international cooperation, and aligning drug policies with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

  • The 2026 Planet Youth Conference

    COMMUNITIES LEADING SUSTAINABLE CHANGE The 2026 Planet Youth Conference will bring together policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and community leaders from around the world to explore how communities can lead sustainable prevention efforts using the Icelandic Prevention Model. The conference will take place in Reykjavík, Iceland, and will highlight evidence-based, community-driven approaches to prevention and youth well-being.... Read more »