Aaron Akulis
Aaron Akulis
POD50. Prince Bull-Luseni- West African Drug Policy Network
POD50. Prince Bull-Luseni- West African Drug Policy Network
POD50. Prince Bull-Luseni- West African Drug Policy Network
Tuesday 21st June 2022
Prince Bull-Luseni joins Aaron Akulis on 'The Peace On Drugs' to discuss decriminalizing drugs in West Africa and advocating for rehabilitation.
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Get the buttons here!Prince Bull-Luseni: A Battle for Drug Policy Reform in West Africa
You have all the law enforcement and the prisons and the prison guards and their livelihoods depend on arresting people for drugs, which is a horrible thing that our economy should rely on.
Imagine facing life imprisonment for possessing less than a dollar's worth of cannabis. This is the harsh reality for many in West Africa, and it's what drives Prince Bull-Luseni in his fight for change. As the Executive Director of the West African Drug Policy Network, Prince Bull-Luseni is on a mission to decriminalize drugs and end the arrest and incarceration of drug users across the region.
In this eye-opening episode of 'The Peace On Drugs', host Aaron Akulis sits down with Prince to discuss the urgent need for policy reform. They dive into the devastating impacts of criminalizing drug use, from overcrowded prisons to the violent black market drug trade that ensues. But it's not all doom and gloom. Prince passionately advocates for treatment, rehabilitation, and social reintegration for those struggling with substance use disorders.
The episode sheds light on how the network gathers crucial evidence and data to present to policymakers, aiming to shift perspectives and laws. If you're interested in understanding the complexities of drug policy and the human stories behind the statistics, this episode is a must-listen.