NADA, on behalf of its members, has advocated for the inclusion of Gender and Sexuality Diverse data fields in alcohol and other drugs (AOD) client data since 2016. Collecting this information will improve outcomes for those who identify as Gender and Sexuality Diverse. As such, we are pleased to inform
In June 2022, NADA prepared an issues paper outlining the pressing concerns facing the non government AOD sector workforce. This paper calls for immediate and collaborative action from key stakeholders and outlines the necessary actions to swiftly support and retain current staff as well as grow a strong and sustainable
The CALD audit project aims to devise, implement and evaluate an auditing process to enhance the cultural inclusion of mainstream AOD treatment services in supporting people from CALD communities accessing treatment. The project is in its implementation and evaluation phase; researchers at UNSW are inviting staff from NADA member services
If you have training opportunities you would like to pursue between July and December 2022, you can apply for a NADA training grant. These grants provide an opportunity for members to access financial support to participate in individual or group training. We encourage applications for prioritised services and training courses
Would you like to demonstrate the impact of your service or program in the mental health and AOD sectors? Do you have innovative concepts that could lead to better outcomes for mental health and AOD service users? MHCC and NADA members are invited to apply for the ‘CMHDARN innovation and
NADA, alongside other state, territory and national AOD peaks are urging the Federal Government to guarantee $60 million annual funding for the National Ice Action Strategy, which is due to expire at the end of June. We have written an open letter to Health Minister Greg Hunt [PDF], warning him
Expressions of interest are now open to NADA members in the Central and Eastern Sydney PHN (CESPHN) and South Eastern NSW PHN (Coordinare) catchment areas to participate as a pilot site to the CALD Audit project. The CALD audit project is a2 pilot project that will develop, implement, and evaluate
In late October 2021, the Network of Alcohol and other Drugs Agencies (NADA) surveyed its members to understand the impact of mandatory vaccination as a result of the NSW Government Public Health Order and other government policy on the NSW non government alcohol and other drugs workforce. Download the brief
Use your skills and experience to support reconciliation within the AOD sector As the peak body for non government AOD services in NSW, NADA is committed to reconciliation. Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) for 2023-2025 will outline the practical actions that we will take to help build strong
The Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) is administering the $50 million Social Sector Support Fund (Support Fund). The Support Fund’s Open Applications grant will help organisations to remain viable and meet increased demand for services during COVID-19 outbreaks and recovery. Applications close at 11:59 pm Sunday 28 November. Open
The Network of Alcohol and other Drugs Agencies (NADA) is the peak organisation for non-government alcohol and other drug services in NSW.
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