Alcohol and Drug Foundation

Our recent survey sadly found that the majority of people (60%) worried about a friend or relative's alcohol and drug use (AOD), don't feel they know how to provide support. Our CEO, Erin Lalor AM, reiterates that the survey findings highlight the critical need to reduce the barriers that prevent family and friends seeking AOD information and support. “Given that a major source of support for people experiencing alcohol or other drug harms are family and friends, it’s crucial that people within these support networks have better awareness and access to help and support information for both them and for those that they’re worried about." Read more about the findings: https://lnkd.in/eV4S9N88 (via Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)) For the full media release, read here: https://lnkd.in/ghxarYyr

Individuals and organisations wishing to engage with the recently announced Inquiry into the health impacts of alcohol and other drugs in Australia, now have up until December 31, 2024, to make a submission. This is an important opportunity to help inform change to prevent harms from alcohol and other drugs and ensure people get help and support when they need it. Find out more here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wMGT8

While R U OK? Day was yesterday, remember, any day is ok to check in with someone. https://brnw.ch/21wMChm Find resources on mental health and AOD here https://lnkd.in/gxfn48SG #ruokanyday

Today is International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day. It’s a day to raise awareness about FASD and inspire positive change for those impacted. The day also highlights the importance of being alcohol-free during pregnancy to prevent FASD. Learn more here https://lnkd.in/grqBfqy8

We’re pleased to see that the National Cabinet has today committed to tackling the impacts of harmful industries, including the alcohol industry, as part of the wider response to family violence. This is an important step towards reducing the unacceptable level of alcohol-related harm in Australia. https://brnw.ch/21wMoTr?

We, along with Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) and 30+ organisations, are in support of a call to the Prime Minister, Premiers and Chief Ministers, to adopt an expert panel's recommendation on alcohol to reduce domestic, family and sexual violence. Read the open letter here https://lnkd.in/gywzQjd9

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a time to remember people who have died from overdose, and to acknowledge the grief of families and friends. The campaign also raises awareness about overdose prevention and seeks to end overdose stigma. Learn more about the importance of this day https://lnkd.in/gBk9PXSm

Action to address overdose deaths is overdue and urgently needed, particularly as detections of synthetic opioids increase across Australia. This International Overdose Awareness Day we’re calling for better access to naloxone, which can reverse an opioid overdose and save a life, increased public drug checking services and supervised injecting facilities, as well as greater investment in education so people can get the information they need as new drugs emerge. Read our full media release here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wMbJH #IOAD

A report handed down by a panel of experts has highlighted the harmful role of the alcohol industry in family, domestic and sexual violence. Among various recommendations included reviewing and strengthening alcohol regulation through restrictions on alcohol sales, advertising, and delivery timeframes – all evidence-based methods for reducing harm. We call on governments to adopt these recommendations as part of a holistic response to preventing family violence and reducing alcohol harm in our communities. Read more here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wM4gD

We’re pleased to see the announcement of a federal parliamentary inquiry into the health impacts of alcohol and other drugs in Australia. (Parliament of Australia) The inquiry will give the community and sector the opportunity to provide insights to help prevent and reduce harms, and we look forward to contributing to this important process. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wM0Sj