Victoria’s peak body representing Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) services.

VAADA’s purpose is to ensure that the issues for people experiencing the harms associated with alcohol and other drug use and the organisations that support them are well represented in policy and program development and public discussion.

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Sep 30

Responding to Comorbidity - an advanced 2 day workshop

Oct 1

Responding to Comorbidity - an advanced 2 day workshop

Oct 13

CBT 4-day Masterclass for AOD workers

Publications

AOD group counselling guidelines (COVID-19)
Alcohol and Other Drug group counselling during coronavirus (COVID-19) Introduction The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic...
Guidance for coronavirus (COVID-19) planning in the community services sector 2020
The community services sector provides services to many vulnerable Victorians who are especially impacted...
Additional supervised injecting capacity vital in addressing reduce drug harm
The Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association welcomes the announcement of a second Injecting room...

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AOD TV – VAADA’s YouTube Channel

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Upcoming Events

Sep 30

Responding to Comorbidity - an advanced 2 day workshop

Oct 1

Responding to Comorbidity - an advanced 2 day workshop

Oct 13

CBT 4-day Masterclass for AOD workers

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COVID-19 & Digital Health – AOD practice implications

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Forensic Foundations Online Course

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International Overdose Awareness Day: The Saving 8 – Innovations to Reduce Fatal Overdose

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Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. VAADA acknowledges those who have passed through fatal... read more

VAADA Media Release: First reduction in fatal overdose since 2010

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VAADA COVID-19 Pre Budget Submission

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A recent report reflecting the impact of COVID-19 on AOD services and service users... read more

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