Why is it important for us to challenge our assumptions and reshape the way we think?

We sit down with Inez Feria, founder of NoBox Philippines, as she discusses her journey into advocating for the rights and dignity of people whose lives have involved drugs. Inez advocates for creating change through building compassionate spaces for open dialogue and understanding.

Inez Feria has a background in psychology and medical anthropology. She brings curiosity, care, and a steady commitment to learning with communities—especially those whose experiences are rarely seen and often misunderstood. This grounding led her to found NoBox Philippines, advancing efforts to build policy and service responses shaped by dignity, compassion, and the complexity of people’s lives. From community spaces to global forums, Inez works to reframe conversations and push systems to become more honest, humane, and truly responsive—with people living these realities helping lead the way forward.