Latin American Commission on Drugs and Democracy

The Latin American Commission on Drugs and Democracy is a panel of experts established by the Organization of American States to study drug policies in Latin America. It aims to evaluate how current approaches—primarily criminalizing drug use—affect society, democracy, and human rights. The commission advocates for reforming drug laws to focus more on public health, human rights, and social justice, rather than solely on enforcement and punishment. Its goal is to promote balanced policies that reduce violence, corruption, and inequality associated with the illegal drug trade, fostering more effective and humane solutions to the region's drug issues.