HOW TO WIN THE WAR ON DRUGS?

At Cheval Doré, we believe that open communication and public awareness are crucial steps towards a fair society regarding drug use. We challenge outdated mindsets and encourage our community and politicians to embrace a fact-based approach to this critical issue. We foster open dialogue about responsible consumption and envision a world where the war on drugs is won decisively.

In the United States, the war on drugs has been a costly and failed policy. It has led to mass incarceration, violence, and addiction. It is time to end the war on drugs and adopt a more humane and effective approach.

The best drug policy for a sustainable outcome in all directions for society is a complex issue without a one-size-fits-all answer, as different regions and cultures may require tailored solutions. However, certain principles can guide the development of an effective and sustainable drug policy:

• Public Health Approach: Prioritize harm reduction and treat drug use primarily as a public health issue rather than a criminal one. This involves focusing on prevention, treatment, and minimizing the negative consequences associated with drug use.
• Evidence-Based Policies: Ground policies in scientific evidence and research. Regularly evaluate the impact of policies and adjust them as necessary based on their effectiveness.
• Human Rights Framework: Respect and protect the human rights of all individuals, including those who use drugs. Ensure access to healthcare, harm reduction services, and social support without fear of stigma or discrimination.
• Social Equity: Address social determinants of health and inequalities that contribute to drug use and addiction. This includes tackling poverty, providing educational opportunities, and promoting social inclusion.
• Regulation and Control: Implement sensible regulations to control the production, distribution, and sale of drugs. This may include legalization or decriminalization with appropriate controls to ensure safety and limit access for minors.
• International Cooperation: Collaborate with other countries to address the global nature of drug production and trafficking. Share best practices and work together to reduce the negative consequences of the illicit drug trade.

One promising approach is to decriminalize drugs. Decriminalization would remove criminal penalties for the possession and use of small amounts of drugs. This would not make drugs legal, but it would treat them as a public health issue rather than a criminal one.

• Harm Reduction: Drug checking services, needle exchange programs, and supervised consumption sites can save lives.
• Increased Access to Treatment: People are more likely to seek help without fear of arrest.
• More Prevention: Education and awareness campaigns can help people make informed choices.

• Social Justice & Reduced Stigma: Less criminalization reduces stigma and discrimination against people who use drugs, promoting greater social inclusion and equity. It also encourages more open dialogue and help-seeking behavior.
• Reduced Criminal Justice Burden: Less strain on law enforcement and courts, allowing resources to be focused on more serious crimes.
• Reduced drug-related crime and violence.

• Economic Benefits: Savings from reduced incarceration, law enforcement, and court costs can be reallocated towards public health initiatives.
• Productive Citizens: People who are not imprisoned can contribute to the economy.

Legalization allows for the regulated sale and consumption of drugs. It offers additional benefits:

• Increased Tax revenue: Generates funds for public health initiatives, education, and treatment programs.
• Consumer safety: Regulated markets ensure product quality and safety.
• Undermining the black market: Reduces the power and influence of criminal organizations.

We at Cheval Doré believe in a healthier relationship with all drugs. That's why we're on a mission to end the war on drugs and create a safer, more educated approach. Therefore, our focus at Cheval Doré is on harm reduction, treatment, and rehabilitation rather than punishment.

No matter what the drug policy will be, we know that people will always use drugs. So our top priority is to make the use of drugs safer. That's why we want to promote drug checking projects first.

Like needle exchange programs and supervised injection sites to reduce the risk of disease transmission and overdose.

We support social workers and therapists who help people overcome addiction, not prisons that keep them trapped.

Raising awareness, fostering open dialogue and inspiring policy change.

Together, we can end the war on drugs and create a system that prioritizes well-being over punishment. Let's build a future where partying is safer and everyone has access to the support they need.

Join us in our mission to change the narrative. Together, we can make a difference and truly make a statement that challenges the norms and inspires change for the better.