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Thousands of you wrote to Professor Nutt following his sacking to express your support of his speaking truth to power and to defend science against political interference. We need to bring together everyone that supports scientific evidence as the foundation of a rational drugs policy so are launching a national advocacy campaign to create a critical mass that will change the terms of the debate. This will take time and serious effort, involving the building of a coalition between scientists, practitioners and the general public, but we are convinced that, with your help, we can achieve this. We will build: • A media response network involving those who support the ISCD to challenge policy makers when they ignore or distort the evidence base • An online presence that engages with tens of thousands of people through social media sites • Advocacy networks for drug science in professional occupations • A drug science supporters’ network to continue the debate in homes and workplaces throughout the country. We will be producing factsheets to inform and support those involved Meanwhile, the scientists who are at the heart of the ISCD will be getting on with the vital scientific work that will be the foundation for all the arguments that we put to the general public. These are ambitious plans and we need your help to carry them out. Here is what you can do: Join us online via Professor Nutt's Twitter feed (@ProfDavidNutt) and Facebook profile and suggest him as a friend to others. Subscribe to the free ISCD monthly newsletter. Join one of the ISCD Professional Networks to help advocate for the work of the ISCD. Invite the ISCD to speak to a meeting in your locality or workplace. Donate to the ISCD to ensure its independence and effectiveness. Regular giving by individuals is crucial to allow an independent ISCD to advocate for a rational drug science policy. Our initial aim is for 1,000 people to offer an average of £10 per month to secure the long term future of the ISCD. Whatever you decide to give will be a step towards our target. |