12:00-2:00 PM, Friday 18th November 2022 Jasper Hotel – Room 8, 489 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 The Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association (VAADA) will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday, 18th of November 2022. Click here to register The details are as follows: Time: 12.00 pm - 2.00 pm Date:
Shifting Landscapes – Building the holistic treatment mosaic Click here to register Service systems are becoming increasingly aware that to deal with consumer needs and complexity effectively, a holistic approach can bring great benefits. The recent Royal Commissions into Victoria’s Mental Health System and Family Violence have both embraced the need for holistic approaches more
VAADA has been funded by the Department of Health Victoria (DH) to organise the Service Providers’ Conference. Please note: the Service Providers’ Conference is for government-funded service providers of AOD treatment and support We encourage CEOs, managers and frontline AOD workers within funded organisations to attend. Where: Catholic Leadership Centre (CLC) 576 Victoria Parade East Melbourne, VIC 3002. More information here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/victorian-aod-service-providers-conference-2-june-2023-tickets-622207036997
10-11 AM, 30 November 2023 This presentation will delve into an in-depth analysis of the pattern of Covid vaccination uptake among People Who Inject Drugs (PWID). The focus will primarily revolve around understanding the multifaceted factors that significantly influence the reception and acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccination, emphasizing the critical importance of receiving at least
Many AOD service users have respiratory health concerns and are at a higher risk of severe illness if they contract a respiratory disease. This full-day in-person workshop will explore Motivational Interviewing (MI) principles and practice, and how MI can support discussions concerning AOD service user’s respiratory health and wellbeing. Suitable for AOD Service providers. Spaces
Many AOD service users have respiratory health concerns and are at a higher risk of severe illness if they contract a respiratory disease. This full-day in-person workshop will explore Motivational Interviewing (MI) principles and practice, and how MI can support discussions concerning AOD service user’s respiratory health and wellbeing. Suitable for AOD Service providers. Spaces
The Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for working with forensic clients. The aim of the training is to enhance key clinical skills to enable clinicians to better work with forensic clients and the capability of clinicians to work collaboratively with Justice colleagues managing forensic clients in the community.
Drug checking: What can Australia's Victoria learn from Canada's Victoria? Hosted by Social Equity Research Centre, RMIT, Swanston St, Melbourne. Co-hosted by the Students for Sensible Drug Policy, Harm Reduction Victoria, Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association, Yarra Drug and Health Forum and the Victorian Substance Use Research Forum When: Tuesday 20th August, 4-5:30pm, followed by
This 1-day symposium is for anyone supporting women with substance use issues. Women’s experiences with substance use and support services are often shaped by distinct factors, such as societal expectations and caregiving roles amongst others. These factors can influence their reasons for using substances, create unique barriers to seeking help, and affect their recovery journey. Additionally, women often encounter
A networking and information sharing meeting for Sex, Sexuality and Gender-Diverse folk working in AOD-related roles in Victoria. The November meeting will include a presentation from Dr Ruby Grant (Latrobe) on research investigating alcohol and nicotine use among LBQ women. New members are welcome though please note the meeting is only for those who identify
