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The State of the Drug Problem in Europe

30/05/2013

Published every autumn, the 2012 annual report of the European Monitoring Center for Drugs and Drug Addiction presents an overview of the drug phenomenon in Europe. The annual report is an essential reference book for policymakers, specialists and practitioners in the drug field or anyone seeking the latest findings on drug consumption, supply and availability, anti-drug policies and strategies, prevention or treatment practices.
2013 « Mocktail » Initiative’s Solidarity Concert

29/04/2013
The fifth annual edition of the « Mocktail » initiative will host renowned Portuguese singer
Pedro Abrunhosa & Comité Caviar for a solidarity concert dedicated to prevention and health education. A weekend which will remain in our memories.
Dianova in Italy Holds a Conference at the 56th Session of the CND in Vienna

15/03/2013
On the occasion of the 56th annual session of the Committee on Narcotic Drugs (CND) which is being held at the United Nations Office in Vienna (Austria), Dianova in Italy staged a successful intervention on the bio-psycho-social approach developed in Dianova’s drug treatment facilities in Italy and in drug treatment public agencies nationwide.
Dianova Selected to Join the Eu Civil Society Forum on Drugs

22/02/2013

Dianova has been selected by the Directorate-General Justice of the European Commission as a member of the Civil Society Forum on Drugs (CSF) for the period 2013-2014. During this two-year period, Dianova will join other NGOs on this platform of exchanges of views and information between the European Commission and civil society organizations.
A Video of Zandueta Center (Spain)

18/02/2013
The video presented after these introductory words (click “read more”) was realized with the adolescents attended in Dianova Zandueta’s small therapeutic community, located in Spain’s Arce Valley (Navarra region). With no voice-over, the video shows the simplicity of every-day activities, made of joy and sometimes sorrow; activities spent to rebuild one’s life, step by step.
25th World Conference of Therapeutic Communities

21/01/2013

The 25th World Conference of Therapeutic Communities was held in Bali (Indonesia) from November 5 to 10, under the auspices of the World Federation of Therapeutic Communities and the Kasih Mulia Foundation, one of the country’s largest associations dedicated to the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse. The representative of Dianova, Michele Bellasich, was present.
“TC is an Effective and Cost-effective Treatment Model” – Interview with Dr. George De Leon

14/12/2012
George De Leon, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of substance abuse and is acknowledged as the leading authority on research in therapeutic communities. In addition to numerous research publications, Dr. De Leon has made notable contributions in the area of clinical practice and professional education. Dianova representative, Michele Bellasich, met with him during the WFTC world conference in Bali.
New Psychosocial Support Center Launched in Portugal

09/10/2012

A new, psychosocial support center was recently launched in Portugal by Dianova to help mitigate the impact of the crisis on the health, welfare and productivity of the Portuguese population. The global economic crisis we are experiencing has entailed deep public spending cuts undermining health care, education and other social services, with dramatic consequences on the well-being and productivity of millions. It is estimated that the economic repercussions of mental health related problems have contributed to a sharp decline in Portuguese GDP by 3 to 4%.
Iacobus, an Educational & Therapeutic Journey along the Way of Saint-James

20/09/2012

A group of adolescents, from Dianova’s Zandueta therapeutic facility in Spain, has successfully completed five stages among those of the Way of St-James in northwestern Spain. This therapeutic and educational experience was started in Jaca, in the province of Aragon, to be finished on September 10 in Puente La Reina, the ultimate stage of their journey.
International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

26/06/2012
Message of the Secretary General of the UN on the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, 26 June 2012. Drug abuse and illicit trafficking continue to have a profoundly negative impact on development and stability across the world. The billions of dollars generated from illicit drugs fuel terrorist activities and abet other crimes such as human trafficking and the smuggling of arms and people.