Maybe you are a hard-line prohibitionist, or maybe you like a sneaky toke now and then. Whatever your personal beliefs about drugs and drug use, one thing is clear: drug policy is a politically contentious issue. A dozen jurisdictions around the world have, or are planning to, legalise cannabis. The models presented range from a free market to highly government-regulated models. Many others are moving to decriminalise cannabis. 

What does the Australian public think about cannabis legalisation? What models are available and which should Australia adopt? Will it be reefer madness or business as usual? Is Australia ready? Come and hear about the pros and cons of cannabis regulation from one of Australia’s leaders in drug policy. 

BIO

Nicole Lee is Director of 360Edge, a leading drug policy consultancy, and Professor at the National Drug Research Institute. She is a member of the Australian National Advisory Council on Alcohol and other Drugs (ANACAD). She has provided key policy advice to state, commonwealth and international governments and agencies, including the World Health Organization and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, and has published more than 100 articles, books and practice guides on alcohol and other drug topics. Nicole is a regular commentator in the media and writes for The Conversation.

8:30 PM @Loop, 23 Meyers Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000

Entrance over 18  |  The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Also speaking at Loop @6:30pm is Jayne Lucke and @10pm is Catherine Strong