Substance Use Policy on Campus

This resource by Healthy Minds | Healthy Campuses, is a four part discussion paper that outlines a potential framework to inform substance use policy on postsecondary campuses. The resource invites readers to consider a broader range of policy initiatives relevant to substance use beyond regulation. Learn more about each of the four discussion papers and download the resources below.

A Framework for Thought and Action 

The Framework for Thought and Action resource outlines a health promotion framework that can inform policy use on postsecondary campuses. The resource encourages readers to reflect on the theoretical approaches of the framework and explore how it could translate to their campus community.

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Building Community 

The Building Community resource focuses on the role of community within a health promotion framework for campus substance use policies. The resource encourages readers to consider how policies that strengthen ties and promote positive relationships can have a significant impact on an institution’s culture surrounding substance use.

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Promoting Health Literacy

The Promoting Health Literacy resource explores how campus policies can attend to culture and health literacy to promote healthier substance use practices.

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Regulating Use and Marketing of Substances

The Regulating Use and Marketing of Substances resource outlines various regulatory and marketing measures to reduce the harms associated with substance use on post-secondary campuses.

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