The Yarra Drug & Health Forum host Fiona Patten and John Fitzgerald in a discussion on a proposal to decriminalise drugs in Victoria, with host YDHF Chair Peter Wearne and comments from lived experience community members. This is a live event from the Edinburgh Gardens community room in Fitzroy North
Families want change in drug policy. They are smart, informed and impatient for a health-based response. There is strong support for a reform agenda around drug policy which better reflects the knowledge and work of families in supporting their loved ones. At this month’s forum, Family Drug Support’s (FDS) Chloe Span presents on the findings
Forensic Youth AOD Workforce Training A two-day advanced forensic clinical training course (split over four days) targeted at senior AOD clinicians working with forensic youth clients presenting with highly complex needs. This training will cover the below learning outcomes: Understanding the Youth Justice System in Victoria Substance use and offending in youth justice client Forensic assessment,
Family Drug Support’s flagship and award winning Stepping Stones program is specifically designed for family and carers of AOD dependents. The 2 x weekend course (25th, 26th of June & 2nd, 3rd of July) brings people together to share common challenges and strategies. Stepping Stones aims to increase family’s confidence and competence in managing complex
You are invited to an exclusive AOD double feature at the iconic Astor Theatre to celebrate Support. Don't Punish day on Saturday 25th June. In conjunction with other leading AOD organisations, Drug Policy Australia is screening a double feature of The Fix, and Elvis a classic Australian film starring Health Ledger and Geoffrey Rush in
Are you a Victorian AOD worker? If so, you are eligible for this complimentary training. As part of the implementation of the new Forensic Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Service Delivery Model and Victoria’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Workforce Strategy 2018‑2022, three new state-funded forensic specific training courses for alcohol and other drug (AOD) clinicians
Are you a Victorian AOD worker? If so, you are eligible for this complimentary training. As part of the implementation of the new Forensic Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Service Delivery Model and Victoria’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Workforce Strategy 2018‑2022, three new state-funded forensic specific training courses for alcohol and other drug (AOD) clinicians
This community forum is for families and friends impacted by someone's drug and/or gambling use. It will support you to get the facts, develop strategies and find out where to access help and support
Participants will be able to identify the most common drugs and substances encountered in the community/workplace and how they impact the individual. Gaining an understanding of the reasons why individuals may turn to substances, participants will learn strategies to communicate effectively with individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The concept of Harm Reduction/Minimisation
Participants will be able to identify the most common drugs and substances encountered in the community/workplace and how they impact an individual. Gaining an understanding of the reasons why individuals may turn to substances, participants will learn strategies to communicate effectively with individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The concept of Harm Reduction/Minimisation
