National Student Drug and Alcohol Conference 2026

Schedule

Tue May 12 2026 at 09:30 am to 04:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Union at Manchester Metropolitan University | Manchester, EN

Our flagship event for those working on drug and alcohol harm reduction within students' unions, universities, colleges and communities
About this Event

Calling all students' unions, universities, colleges and community organisations!

Returning for its 6th year, our annual Student, Drug and Alcohol Conference brings a variety of individuals together to explore how to create healthy, inclusive cultures around drugs and alcohol in student communities This conference offers a unique opportunity to learn from sector experts, share knowledge and best practice, develop strategies, and network with peers dedicated to student wellbeing and addressing substance use.

Our aim is for everyone who attends to leave the day with clear next steps, with the knowledge and confidence to start to deliver change on their campus.

We’re thrilled to host this year’s event in person at The Union, Manchester Metropolitan University. The conference will run from 09:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with tickets including refreshments, lunch, and a digital resource pack to support ongoing learning after the event.

We’re committed to ensuring our events are accessible to everyone. If you have any questions about accessibility, please reach out to us at [email protected].


Where is it happening?

The Union at Manchester Metropolitan University, 21 Higher Cambridge Street, Manchester, United Kingdom
Tickets

GBP 64.88 to GBP 199.63

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