The annual Victorian AOD Service Providers’ Conference is a free event and brings together Alcohol and Other Drug workers, CEOs and managers from state-funded services to hear informative keynote presentations, share practice wisdom, and connect with peers across the AOD sector.

From Policy to People: Centring Communities in Our Response

For the Victorian alcohol and other drugs sector, getting policy right is absolutely critical. From drug checking and public intoxication to bold plans and strategies, thoughtfully designed and responsive policy can enable access, equity, and dignity for people affected by alcohol and other drugs, while poor policy risks deepening harm and disconnection.

Join us at this year’s AOD Service Providers Conference as we explore how to better align policy with the needs and voices of those it ultimately affects. Just as we work to translate policy evidence into meaningful, person-centred practice, we must also work in reverse, ensuring that the experiences and aspirations of people with lived and living experience are not only heard but are central to shaping future policy directions.

From Policy to People highlights the importance of bridging the gap between public policy and the lived experiences of individuals, families, and communities affected by alcohol and other drugs. The program will feature keynote speakers who will explore this theme in greater depth, focusing on specific cohorts and contexts.

As always, the conference provides a valuable opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, share insights, and strengthen networks across the AOD sector.

This will be an in-person event. Registration is essential for entry.

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