WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 31/08/2026International Overdose Awareness Day has now brought people together to remember those we’ve lost and to take action to save lives for 25 years. '25 Years On. Still Needed' is the 2026 International Overdose Awareness Day theme. 001
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 04/08/2026WANADA is thrilled to have recently welcomed two new staff members to the team - Naomi Carter, Coordinator, Sector Development, and Fleur Ellis, Coordinator, Research and Advocacy. Visit WANADA to learn more: www.linkedin.com/posts/wanada... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 28/07/2026WANADA is proud to work with Peer Based Harm Reduction WA and alcohol and other drug services to support people to ‘Take the next step’ this World Hepatitis Day. 110
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Nominations for the Strong Spirit Strong Mind Awards 2026 are extended to 5pm, Friday 31 July 2026. Support is available from the WANADA team if you would like assistance. Nominate now at: wanada.org.au/conferences/... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 09/07/2026Registrations are open for the Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Workers Forum 2026: Community First to be held 29 - 30 October 2026 in Boorloo / Perth. Bursaries are available for regional workers. Register now at: wanada.org.au/conferences/... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Five minutes is all it takes. Have your say in our Member and Stakeholder Survey and help us progress our vision for reduced harms associated with alcohol and other drugs for all Western Australians. Closes Wednesday 8 July 2026: www.surveymonkey.com/r/DGVJSWP 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 28/05/2026WANADA and Peer Based Harm Reduction WA have jointly released two new hepatitis C (HCV) screening resources. For more information and to view both resources, please visit WANADA's Hepatitis C Project Page: wanada.org.au/sector-quali... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 08/05/2026WANADA’s Helin Cimen is looking forward to supporting strengthened hepatitis C care in 2026, thanks to renewed WA Department of Health funding and collaboration with Peer Based Harm Reduction WA. Find more information on the WANADA website: wanada.org.au/news/sector-... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2026WANADA is excited to host the Regional, Rural and Remote Alcohol and other Drug Service Managers Forum to be held over Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 May 2026 in the Pilbara. Visit the WANADA website to learn more: wanada.org.au/news/sector-... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Bring your career to the next level with these dynamic roles in the Western Australian alcohol and other drug sector: wanada.org.au/careers/job/... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 22/01/2026The WANADA team has joined with fellow Australians to observe a minute’s silence on the National Day of Mourning to honour the victims and all those impacted by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Thank you to the Jewish community for sharing the 15 suggested Mitzvah for Bondi. 'Light will win'pmc.gov.au 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 10/12/2025The WANADA team chose to meet in the grounds of WA Parliament House today – Human Rights Day - to reflect on the value of human rights for all people, the potential of a Human Rights Act for Western Australia, and how protecting human rights can improve health and wellbeing. 010
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 01/12/2025Today is World AIDS Day, a day to come together in support of people living with, or affected by, HIV/AIDS. WANADA acknowledges the vital work of members such as WAAC, in delivering health and community services for people affected by or at risk of HIV, STIs and blood-borne viruses across WA. 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 27/11/2025WANADA has relocated to a new office this week and we're ready to continue our work driving positive change across the alcohol and other drug sector in WA. Our phone number and PO Box have changed, but all email addresses remain the same. We are now back to business as usual. shorturl.at/Y2Isv 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 25/11/2025WANADA staff members Roxanne Gervais and Stefanie Palmer (pictured) attended the Centre for Women’s Safety and Wellbeing’s 35th March Against Domestic and Family Violence at Forrest Place today, the first day of the 16 Days in WA - Stop Violence Against Women campaign. 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 19/11/2025Regional alcohol and other drug service managers shared valuable insight into the specialist alcohol and other drug workforce at the recent Regional, Rural and Remote Managers’ Forum. Please visit WANADA to learn more: wanada.org.au/news/sector-... 020
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 04/11/2025WANADA welcomes its 2025–26 Board of Directors following our AGM and Sector Forum, a great day of connection, insight, and discussion. Congratulations to our new and returning Directors,and thank you to outgoing members for your contribution. Read more on WANADA's website: shorturl.at/7YJvg 010
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 20/10/2025There’s still time to join us for WANADA’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Sector Forum, an opportunity for members, stakeholders and peers to connect, share insights, and contribute to discussions on policy and planning for a stronger alcohol and other drug sector. shorturl.at/DKsPV 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 18/08/2025The Ngumpan Festival was a great chance for the Kimberley Youth Alcohol & Other Drug Service consultation team to connect with community. Thanks to everyone who welcomed Rochelle and Helin during their stay in the Kimberley, especially the team from Milliya Rumurra. Learn more: shorturl.at/Vwvc9 020
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 29/07/2025📣 Join Injury Matters + WANADA for Referring with Confidence – a free alcohol and other drug webinar on Thu 21 Aug, 12–1pm. Learn how to refer clients to alcohol and other drug support services with confidence. 🖱️ Register: www.injurymatters.org.au/event/referr... 011
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 24/07/2025We are keen to learn from the 'Understanding and improving trans people’s experiences of seeking, accessing, and engaging alcohol and other drug support' research project. If you have relevant experience, we would love for you to take this short survey: redcap.sydney.edu.au/surveys/?s=W... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 30/06/2025WANADA’s Understanding Alcohol and Other Drug Lived and Living Experience Leadership Project report offers recommendations and suggested actions for organisations, funders, and others working to strengthen lived and living experience leadership. Learn more at: wanada.org.au/wp-content/u... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 25/06/2025WANADA’s Annual Member and Stakeholder Survey 2024–25 is now open. The survey is completely anonymous, takes around 7 minutes to complete, and is open until Friday 4 July 2025. Access the survey at SurveyMonkey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/MemberandS... 010
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 18/06/2025Andrew Amor (Milliya Rumurra) and Rochelle McIntosh (WANADA) are looking forward to more community conversations about a youth alcohol and other drug service for the Kimberley – this time in Broome from Monday 23 to Wednesday 25 June 2025, and in Derby on Thursday 26 and Friday 27 June 2025. 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 04/06/2025 WANADA, with Peer Based Harm Reduction WA and HepatitisWA, has developed a new video ‘Hepatitis C in the Alcohol and other Drug Sector: Awareness, Testing and Treatment’ which explores the prevalence of Hepatitis C, those most at risk, and efforts towards its elimination. shorturl.at/rX03Rshorturl.atHepatitis C in the Alcohol and Drug Sector: Awareness, Testing and TreatmentEnjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. 011
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 23/05/2025Help shape an alcohol and other drug service for young people across the Kimberley region. Conversations with key stakeholders, young people and community will be held over coming months, starting in Halls Creek on 26–27 May 2025. Visit WANADA to learn more: wanada.org.au/news/sector-... 000
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 16/04/2025🎥 Missed the WA Alcohol and Other Drug Conference 2025 keynotes? Now available to watch: 📌 Professor Alison Ritter 📌 Peter Gates 📌 Nicole Hewlett & Dr Peter d’Abbs (FARE webinar) Watch here: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... Slides: wanada.org.au/resources/re... 010
WANADA @wanada.bsky.social · 28/02/2025Join WA Alcohol and Other Drug Conference 2025 keynote speakers Peter d'Abbs and Nicole Hewlett as they present insights from recently published book 'Learning From 50 Years of Aboriginal Alcohol Programs: Beating the Grog in Australia.' wanada.org.au/conference-2... #WANADAConf2025 010