Applications have closed and all places allocated. NADA have partnered with the Centre for Community Welfare Training (CCWT) to deliver the nationally recognised Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB50420) to NADA members in team leader and manager roles. CCWT training is delivered by experienced community sector trainers with course material that has been tailored through […]
How the upcoming NSW Drug Summit can deliver better outcomes for individuals, families and the community
NADA supports bold and innovative reform to improve the health and wellbeing of people who use, or have used, drugs across the NSW community. We want to see individual and community outcomes at the centre of the reform agenda, and decisive action to address the current barriers to equitable health outcomes for people who use […]
Factsheets: Effective clinical supervision
Clinical supervision is a foundation of considered, quality clinical practice. It provides accountability for the people who access our services, maintains organisational integrity, supports clinical practice, and provides a space for reflection and collaboration. It is a vital component of professional development for all client facing staff. This factsheet explains clinical supervision, First Nations cultural […]
EOI to participate in research: AOD treatment needs of CALD communities
NDARC, Odyssey House NSW and NADA are conducting a research project on preferences for AOD treatment services among CALD communities. The project findings will support services to provide treatment options that meet the needs and preferences of CALD people. Is your service based in Western or Southwestern Sydney? We are seeking assistance to identify clients […]
NGO service development grants–Round 2
Applications are now open! The Network of Alcohol and Other Drugs Agencies (NADA) invites current financial members of NADA and/or non-government organisations that receive government funding (NSW or Commonwealth) to provide alcohol and other drugs (AOD) prevention, harm reduction and/or treatment services in NSW to apply for funding under the NGO Service Development Grant Program. […]
Worksheet: HALTS
The use of the acronym HALTS is a useful tool in relapse prevention work. HALTS stands for: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired, Sick, Stressed. It has recently expanded to include Sensitive or Sensory for people with increased sensory sensitives such as to noise, taste and touch following detox. This is a relapse prevention tool which can […]
Expression of interest: AOD skill set training
Are you new to the AOD sector and/or haven’t had the opportunity to complete specific recognised training to support your role? NADA is pleased to announce that funded places are available in the Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set (CHCSS00093). Download course information [PDF] This skill set is considered foundational training for those in frontline […]
Peer worker community of practice
About the community of practice There is a lot of research that supports the value of people working from a space of using their living/lived experience, and also in involving consumer representatives in all areas across the AOD sector. Benefits include improvements in health and wellbeing outcomes, and access to, and engagement in, services and […]
NADA consumer advisory group
NADA is committed to the active and meaningful involvement of consumer representatives to inform our activities. We know the value of the consumer voice, so we support and promote consumer representation and engagement within NADA member organisations. We recognise the need for leadership and direction from the NADA Consumer Advisory Group. The Consumer Advisory Group […]
Announcement of the 2023 NGO Service Development Grant Program outcomes
NADA and the Ministry of Health NSW would like to thank all applicants for the NGO Service Development Grant Program. NADA received a range of applications for important infrastructure projects and the Selection Committee noted the high calibre of applications across all three categories. Applications were received from a wide range of NGO AOD services […]
