Communication and publications Rosemary de Sousa, February 2008

We aim to provide a high-quality and highly valued information service on the drugs phenomenon in Europe We communicate the results of the EMCDDA’s monitoring and analytical work We communicate this information to policy-makers and their advisors scientists and researchers practitioners and drug professionals the media and general public

How important is the EMCDDA's role in providing the information needed by policy-makers? Source: External evaluation of the EMCDDA, 2007

Context of current developments Communicating more effectively – priority in 2007–2009 strategy Updated communication strategy (endorsed by Management Board in 2007) External evaluation conclusions and recommendations 2008 work programme

Priorities for 2008 Draw up action plan that makes balanced use of existing communication channels Improve link between communication activities and scientific work Reassess each output to see how it is meeting audience needs Improve turnaround time of outputs and meet minimum output targets Strengthen image and reputation as ‘EMCDDA – your reference point on drugs in Europe’

Channels and tools used to communicate Websites Publications Media relations and marketing Participation in conferences Events and representation work Distribution

Overview of our publications Manuals Annual report Drugnet Risk assessments Thematic papers Insights Monographs Activities’ report Drugs in focus Selected issues

Annual report process

Drug situation online Country data profiles Drugnet Europe online Statistical bulletin Drug profiles Selected issues

How do you rate the quality of the various EMCDDA publications and other information? Source: External evaluation of the EMCDDA, 2007

Outputs due for release shortly GHB and its precursor GBL: an emerging trend case study (Thematic paper) Substance use among older adults: a neglected problem (Drugs in focus) A cannabis reader: global issues and local experiences. Perspectives on cannabis controversies, treatment and regulation in Europe (Monograph) Prevention of substance abuse (Insights) Best practice portal General report of activities 2007

Outputs due for release before the summer Key indicator gateway Drug use, impaired driving and traffic accidents (Insights) Assessing illicit drugs in wastewater – prospects for a new approach to monitoring drug use in the community (Insights) Heroin trafficking (Drugs in focus) Public expenditure (Selected issue) Drug profiles: hallucinogenic mushrooms, LSD, ketamine, GHB, volatile substances Statistical bulletin Country situation summaries