STAP (Dutch Institute for Alcohol Policy)

STAP is a national, independent knowledge institute of alcohol policy. It was established in 1994 and it advocates effective alcohol policies and greater public awareness of the risks of alcohol.

It works towards the dissemination of objective information about the health risks of alcohol and other forms of alcohol related harm, such as nuisance, road traffic accidents and domestic violence.

STAP provides advice and carries out research for municipalities, provinces and the Dutch government. STAP coordinates several projects for the European Commission and the World Health Organization.
STAP bases its recommendations on scientific knowledge and on proven effective practical experiences.

The main activities of STAP are:

- Informing media and politicians about alcohol related problems.
- Monitoring alcohol advertising.
- Prevention projects to create alcoholfree environments.
- Prevention project Alcohol and Pregnancy.
- Policy advice for local governments.