Improving capability to respond to FDV in MH AOD settings

The 2021 Women’s Safety and Justice taskforce identified opportunities for MHAOD services to improve capacity to respond to FDV, as well as improve cross sector collaboration between sectors. Building on current sector approaches, the Queensland Network of Alcohol and other Drug Agencies (QNADA) in collaboration with key sector stakeholders has developed and trialed a draft FDV capability assessment tool. Roundtable discussions were facilitated in the trial sites and focused on men who use violence and young people who have been exposed to family violence. Phase 2 is now underway, with capability assessments being completed across Queensland. This presentation will provide an overview of outcomes to date.

Alysha Bleney | Director, Operations Queensland Network of Alcohol and Other Drug Agencies

Alysha Bleney is the Director, Operations at QNADA. Her current focus is on improving capabilities to address FDV within MH and AOD settings. Her previous experience includes the Domestic and Family Violence Death Review Unit of the Coroners Court of Queensland, where she contributed to critical insights and policy recommendations.

 

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