Sir David Martin Foundation

What an incredible night! The Royal Motor Yacht Club and Royal Australian Navy combined their efforts to support young people in crisis, raising over $50,000!💚 Members of the RMYC had the rare experience of boarding HMAS Hobart for a charity auction dedicated raising funds young people experiencing addiction. Harry Waterworth, a member of our Youth Advisory Group, joined and spoke about why he is so passionate about helping other young people when they need it most. We were inspired and moved by the passion and generosity of everyone who attended. Thank you so much to everyone who worked to make the night such a resounding success 🚢💫

There are many vulnerable young people like Bailey who need support as they recover from addiction, even after leaving rehab. When a young person has an Aftercare Worker by their side, they are given the best chance for success – to stay free from harmful substance use and build a brighter future. Our regular giving program, Team180, makes this possible. As a powerful collective of compassionate people, Team180 gives young people access to Aftercare so they can receive the vital support during the 180 days after rehab. 💪 Join Team180 today: https://lnkd.in/gr3rxQUD #YouthAddiction #Aftercare #Addiction #Recovery

We enthusiastically welcome the announcement of the 2024 NSW Drug Summit, which will be held by the NSW Government in October and December. This event is an opportunity to address the pressing issue of youth addiction in our communities. As a foundation focused on helping young people in crisis, we support the development of evidence-based solutions to better support young Australians affected by drug and alcohol addiction. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gRsT75XP

In line with our 2025 Strategy, we have established a Clinical Advisory Group to deepen our understanding of youth addiction and youth mental health. We welcome Dr Steven J Allsop and Dr Krista Monkhouse who have a range of clinical expertise and will keep us informed about current clinical practices, research, and policies. Learn more about our Clinical Advisory Group: https://lnkd.in/gEzVR2wR #AdvisoryGroup #YouthAddiction

We had such a fantastic time with everyone at InfoTrack AU at their annual cake auction! We are in awe of the delicious cakes you brought, and so grateful for your incredible support of young people in crisis. 💚

Sir David Martin Foundation is proud to join Uniting's Fair Treatment campaign, uniting with over 70 organisations to advocate for a more compassionate and evidence-based approach to drug policy in Australia. As a foundation dedicated to helping young people experiencing drug and alcohol addiction, we recognise the urgent need for reform. By joining this coalition, we're advocating for: 1. Law reform for a primary health-response to personal possession of currently illicit drugs or “decriminalisation” and; 2. More funding for alcohol and other drug treatment services. These changes have the potential to significantly reduce harm and expand access to life-saving treatment for vulnerable youth. 👉Read more about our commitment to this crucial initiative on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gZqNU448 #FairTreatment #YouthAddiction #DrugPolicyReform

In light of the recent Overdose Awareness Day, the Pennington Institute has released Australia's annual Overdose report. This revealed a dire milestone: there have been 42,000 overdose deaths since 2000, with the numbers rising year by year. This news is heartbreaking, and illustrates the reality of the danger that many Australians face. Learn more about the report and what it reveals in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/gRRGqkir

Recovery is a complicated journey for young people to navigate. When Bailey had completed rehab, re-entering the community was daunting. Having just escaped the devastating cycle of addiction, he didn’t know where to start. Thanks to the compassionate people of Team180, Bailey could receive tailored, holistic care even after rehab. Support from Todd, Bailey’s Aftercare Worker, was crucial for Bailey to navigate life after rehab and stay well. 💪 Be a part of Team180 today: https://lnkd.in/gr3rxQUD YouthAddiction #Aftercare #Addiction #Recovery

After almost six years, I will finish as CEO of Sir David Martin Foundation today to study abroad. I will miss this lovely family foundation and the wonderful work they do to help young people in crisis. It's been a really rewarding journey watching the great outcomes from David Martin Place (the only youth withdrawal centre in NSW), expanding our reach nationally with Aftercare, establishing our youth advisory group and restructuring the governance and operations of the business. But mostly I'll miss the wonderful people. I've been so lucky to have worked with such great people (you know who you are) and although I'll be on a new life adventure I'm so grateful to have had you in my life. I'll be following the Foundation from afar and will be back in Sydney at the end of 2025.

🌟Join our Youth Advisory Group and be a voice for young people🌟 We’re looking for young Australians aged 16-29 to join our Youth Advisory Group and make a difference in the lives of youth in crisis. As a member of the Youth Advisory Group, you will: ✅ Provide a deep understanding of issues affecting young people today ✅ Influence our initiatives to help youth in crisis ✅ Share opinions, aspirations, and concerns of young people in our community. Find out more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gddNpuea