lic education: promoting alternatives to the drug war in its publications and by providing information to the public, the media, and government officials. Conferences: DPF hosts an annual conference for the public, policy-makers, public health workers, and medical and legal professionals. This ranges from media seminars to special interest group training sessions. Public Policy: Through its Public Policy Office, DPF seeks to change America’s drug laws by monitoring and analyzing Congressional legislation, informing the public and DPF membership about legislation through Action Alerts and the monthly newsletter on legislation. Grants: to fund a variety of programs and projects in the field of drug policy. Examples include needle exchange programs, pioneering drug treatment services, as well as some research and advocacy projects. Advocates Against Legalization (Interview with Jeffery Kluger)Drug Watch International (DWI) is a volunteer, non-profit information network and advocacy organization, which promotes the creation of healthy drug-free cultures in the world, and it opposes the legalization of drugs. It has about 13,000 members in 15 countries worldwide with a budget of $1.3 million annually. The organization upholds a comprehensive approach to drug issues involving prevention, education, intervention/treatment, and law enforcement/interdiction. In its mission statement, DWI writes: The illegal or harmful use of psychoactive or addictive drugs is a major threat to all world communities and future generations. The mission of DWI is to provide accurate information on both illicit and harmful psychoactive substances, promoting sound drug policies based on scientific research, and opposing efforts to legalize or decriminalize drugs. The major methods used by DWI are:Support clear messages and standards of no illegal use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, and no abuse of legal drugs or substances for adults or youth.Supp...
