News
International Journal of Drug Policy Special Issue: Drugs, conflict and development
Empirical research on the convergence of the drugs, development and peacebuilding policy fields, calling into question a growing reformist agenda that advocates for the developmentalisation of drugs.
Drugs and development in Afghanistan: national policy and actor analysis
An overview of counter-narcotic laws, policies and programmes in Afghanistan since 2001 and what it means for policy engagement today.
Journeys to borderlands always seem to lead to unexpected surprises
Jonathan Goodhand's journey to a remote Afghan village, gave him a rare glimpse into the intricacies of borderland political struggles.
Naming the elephant in the room to imagine better policy
Karen Brock argues for more open exchanges about that 'elephant in the room', especially among policymakers.
Colombia: does peace still have a chance?
Francisco Gutierrez outlines the important role for international actors in helping turn the tide of violence in Colombia.
Research Sites
The research programme will draw on empirical data from Afghanistan, Colombia and Myanmar
Afghanistan
Afghanistan is estimated to produce 90% of heroin consumed in the UK. We're working in three borderland Afghanistan regions.
Colombia
Since Colombia's 2016 peace agreement, coca cultivation has expanded. We're working in four Colombian borderland sites.
Myanmar
Myanmar is the second largest producer of illicit opium in the world. We're working in two Myanmar borderland states.
Recent Tweets
I'll be chatting about 'the contours of hybrid governance in Latin America' 20hs (CET) tonight at @SLASLatAm conference with @AbelloColak @vivigarciap @mattyrichy @adsbaird - session is open to the public, message me if you'd like the link 💥
