Drug Policy – Transformative Justice Collective

“We were like strays”: A life marked by drugs, incarceration, and the death penalty

Singapore’s death penalty for drug offences sees a binary between “victims” of drugs and “predator” traffickers. Nazeri bin Lajim’s experiences show that the reality is much more complex.

Highlights from the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) 2021

Excerpts from exchanges between Singapore’s state representatives and the CERD on human rights, race, drugs and the death penalty.

Ayahku, Dr. G: A Film Screening & Discussion

At a recent film screening of Ayahku, Dr. G, activists, creators, and family members of inmates on death row in Singapore and Malaysia discussed the war on drugs in these two countries, societal and governmental challenges faced, and how to move forward with hope. Here’s our recap of the event.

Gay Men and Drugs: Chemsex in Singapore

What societal pressures motivate gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men to turn to drug use? Rayner Tan’s research addresses this question.

Prisoner Rights and Prison Wrongs: A Workshop

What are prison conditions in Singapore like? How are incarcerated persons treated? How effective are prisons when it comes to rehabilitation and reintegration?

Explainer: What is the Certificate of Substantive Assistance?

What exactly is the Certificate of Substantive Assistance? When is it granted? What impact does it have once it’s been granted to an accused? Find out more in our explainer.

Explainer: What do Singaporeans really think about the death penalty?

The Singaporean government repeatedly justifies the retention of the death penalty by claiming that most Singaporeans are in favour of capital punishment. But what do Singaporeans really think?

Explainer: Conviction based on confession of co-accused

Did you know that, under Singapore law, it’s possible to convict someone based solely on the confession of a co-accused person?

My brother, Syed.

Sharifah reflects on her childhood and her brother, Syed Suhail, who is currently on death row in Singapore.

Understanding drug use, addiction, and drug policy in Singapore

Singapore has made no secret of its “zero tolerance” stance on drugs and drug use. But how much do we actually know about this issue? What drives drug use and addiction? What resources are available in Singapore to help people recover and heal from addiction?