Due to the pressures on the sector as we start to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, the following timeline for submissions and projects to Round 2 of the NGO Sector Development Grants has been revised as per the table below. Apply now Date Milestone 10 February 2020 Grant expressions of
This edition of the Advocate [PDF] focuses on the issue of trauma, and there are some very insightful articles contained within, but I would like to take this opportunity to recognise the systemic trauma the AOD sector is experiencing, plus the drivers of this phenomena. But what do I mean
Promote your service. Recognise staff’s work.The ACON Rovers won the ‘Excellence in health promotion’ award in 2018. What did winning mean to them? Applications are openNADA invites applications for the 2020 AOD Awards for the NSW Non Government Sector. The awards acknowledge the significant contribution of the sector in preventing
Showcase your innovative practice and research addressing the diverse needs of people accessing AOD services. We encourage workers and services across all sectors to submit an abstract as the focus of this conference is building connections and collaborations. Interactive sessions are encouraged to maximise opportunities for conference participants to exchange
19 February 2020 The NSW non government alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector call on the NSW Government to release the final report of the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Drug ‘Ice’ and engage in a dialogue with the sector to progress the recommendations. The NSW peak body for
Register now for the NADA Conference 2020, to be held on 4–5 June in Sydney. Showcasing interventions designed to improve outcomes for clients, this event will inform with new ideas, engage with the evidence base and provide networking opportunities. Early bird ends 31 March 2020. Register now and save
This framework sets a nationally consistent quality benchmark for providers of AOD treatment services. It includes strong clinical governance requirements and a list of accreditation standards that AOD specialist treatment service providers must meet. The framework includes a transition period of three years. During this time treatment service providers must
Promote your service. Recognise staff’s work.Weave Youth and Community Services won the ‘Excellence in treatment’ award in 2016. What did winning mean to them? Applications are openNADA invites applications for the 2020 AOD Awards for the NSW Non Government Sector. The awards acknowledge the significant contribution of the sector in
The Special Commission of Inquiry into the Drug ‘Ice’ update On Tuesday 28 January 2020, the final report of the NSW Special Commission of Inquiry into the Drug ‘Ice’, was presented to the NSW Premier and the NSW Governor by the Commissioner, Professor Dan Howard SC. At this stage, the
The team at NADA would like to acknowledge all those affected by the bushfires. We understand this is an extremely difficult and stressful time for many people and communities who’ve been directly or indirectly affected. Many of our member organisations are providing services and support to people affected by the
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