‘Trauma-informed care is being treated with kindness— human kindness is what’s most important.’ (Tony, consumer) Trauma-informed care is essential when delivering services and can be implemented in any service setting. Every person has a responsibility to practice in ways that are trauma-informed. This practice guide contains information and advice for providing safe and inclusive service […]
National Reconciliation Week: Supporting the Aboriginal Workforce in the AOD sector
The theme for 2021 is a call to action for all of us to collaborate, support and walk the walk when it comes to reconciliation. One of the key things we can all do in the AOD sector is to grow and support the Aboriginal workforce. Join members of the Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Network […]
Trauma informed practices for responding to difficult situations: Resource launch
Warning: This webinar contains discussion of events and topics that may be emotionally challenging or confronting. NADA was approached to develop a resource for what happens during ‘difficult situations’, and what to do when it gets really pointy, or a client is ‘escalated’, or very ‘challenging’. This resource not only suggests strategies to use in […]
Supporting Aboriginal staff
Watch this engaging discussion about the experiences of Aboriginal staff in the AOD sector and learn ways to support them. The webinar will explore strategies for improving recruitment and retention of Aboriginal staff and the role of the Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Network (ADAN). PresentersRaechel Wallace, Aboriginal program manager, NADA Lee Lawrence, former service manager […]
