Cytisine vs varenicline on smoking cessation: a randomized clinical trial

Online

Cytisine is more effective than placebo and nicotine replacement therapy for smoking cessation but at standard dosing has not been compared against varenicline, the most effective single-form pharmacotherapy for smoking cessation. This non-inferiority trial among Australian smokers (n = 1452) examined whether standard cytisine treatment was at least as effective as standard varenicline treatment. Results […]

Free

WellMob Website Webinar: A digital library of SEWB tools for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Online

This webinar, delivered by The University Centre for Rural Health staff who work under the national electronic Mental Health in Practice (eMHPrac) project, will explore the WellMob website. The webinar is suitable for social and mental health workers, particularly those supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, as well as community members. WellMob is a digital library of Indigenous-specific social and emotional […]

Free

Green space: Medicinal cannabis regulation and good practice

Online

This event is a two hour interactive Zoom session exploring medicinal cannabis regulation and good practice across sectors. The session features guest speakers: Dr Ian Thong - Pain Specialist Physician, Director (Gold Coast Health, MHSS, Interdisciplinary Persistent Pain Centre) Tanya Bain - Manager, Office of Medicinal Cannabis (Qld Health, Chief Medical Officer and Healthcare Regulation […]

Free

31st World Congress on Suicide Prevention

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and Online

This 31st World Congress on Suicide Prevention will be held in Australia for the first time since 1997 and aims to provide a significant platform for those involved in suicide prevention from academics and researchers, policy makers, to non-government organisations and those working in the community. Plenary speakers will include Professor Pat Dudgeon a descendant of […]

National Comorbidity Guidelines Train-the-Trainer Workshop

Online

Are you interested in being trained to deliver mental health training in your workplace? The University of Sydney's Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use have limited places remaining for our National Comorbidity Guidelines Train-the-Trainer Workshops.  The training is based on the Australian Government Department of Health-funded National Comorbidity Guidelines (Guidelines on the […]

Free

Residential Rehabilitation: current evidence and future research directions

Online

Residential rehabilitation provides an important role in alcohol and other drug treatment. The seminar will provide an overview of current evidence in the field and highlight the work our group has conducted with non-government service providers across Australia. The seminar will highlight some of the challenges in conducting research in these settings and provide a […]

Free

Nerang Stepping Forward – Workable Boundaries and Conflict Resolution

Nerang Neighbourhood Centre Nerang Neighbourhood Centre 29 Martin St Nerang, QLD 4211

FREE education session for families and friends, delivering useful information and strategies to those supporting someone using alcohol and other drugs. Stepping Forward aims to increase people's confidence and competence in managing alcohol and other drug issues. √ Clear & practical information sessions √ A safe place to share & to feel supported Please join […]

Free

Stigma and Policy

Online

In the second seminar of our Spotlight on Stigma series, we will explore why and how policy processes have focused on stigma. Our expert panel will discuss how policy processes can enable efforts to tackle stigma, where gaps remain and how community voices are included in policy processes around stigma. Matt Craig is the Manager of the HIV […]

FREE

National Comorbidity Guidelines Train-the-Trainer Workshop

Online

Are you interested in being trained to deliver mental health training in your workplace? The University of Sydney’s Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use have limited places remaining for our National Comorbidity Guidelines Train-the-Trainer Workshops.  The training is based on the Australian Government Department of Health-funded National Comorbidity Guidelines (Guidelines on the management of co-occurring alcohol […]

FREE

Integrating AOD and mental health sectors: dreaming the impossible dream?

Online

It almost goes without saying that addressing co-occurring alcohol and other drug and mental health issues is critical. But we have been attempting to bring these two areas together for more than 30 years without successful resolution. It is a challenge that has been well studied, and the problems are well understood, but very few […]

Free

National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) 2021 Annual Symposium

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre 21 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth, WA, Australia

The National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) 2021 Annual Symposium will showcase NDRI's research to support evidence informed alcohol and other drugs policy, strategies, and practice. The theme of the symposium is Working together: community collaboration in drug policy and practice research. The symposium aims to highlight the depth and breadth of NDRI's partnerships with: communities and […]

$70 – $265

Neuro Cognitive Training and its use in the Swipe App.

Online

The talk will provide an overview of the brain-training used in SWiPE ("approach-avoidance training") and will present the findings of a feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effectiveness study conducted with over 1300 Australians who wanted to reduce harmful or hazardous alcohol use. Future research priorities and broader applications of smartphone-delivered brain-training will also be discussed. Dr […]

Free

WA Alcohol and Other Drug Sector Conference 2021

Westin Hotel Perth Westin Hotel, Perth, WA, Australia

The WA Alcohol and Other Drug Sector Conference 2021 aims to provide a platform for esteemed local, national and international speakers with presentations that reflect contemporary issues affecting the sector. The conference theme is Shifting perspective: Alcohol and other drugs, everybody’s story. Presentations will be informed by the following conference topics: the impact of COVID-19 co-occurring […]

2021 Indigenous Wellbeing Conference

Pullman Cairns International Pullman Cairns International 17 Abbott Street, Cairns, Qld, Australia

Description The Indigenous Wellbeing Conference will provide delegates with information about the latest Indigenous-led, grassroot programs and projects taking place around the nation and across the seas. Attendees will learn how to implement practical evidence-based research into their service, and gain a greater understanding of Indigenous protocols, practices, and considerations. The conference program will provide delegates […]

Mental Health Week with Jen Cullen

Online

In support and awareness of Mental Health Week (9-16 October 2021), nurse practitioner/mental health nurse Jen Cullen will present a webinar on this important topic. Mental health includes an individual's emotional, psychological and social wellbeing. It affects how they perform, feel, think and react. Mental health affects all ages and stages of life from children […]

FREE

All of us Festival: Celebrating Mental Health Week

Fogarty Park 42-50 Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland, Australia

This is a not-for-profit family friendly festive event to celebrated National Mental Health Week 2021. This highly visible festival is being planned by a wide range of groups and individuals with links to many with mental health issues. Their experience will aid in restoring and building community connections and cohesiveness and reduce stigma associated with […]

Free

World Mental Health Day 2021

World Mental Health Day (WMHD) is a day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy.  The theme for WMHD 2021 in Australia is, Look after your mental health, Australia. Mental Health Australia is funded to run a national awareness campaign in Australia for WMHD 2021.

Untoxicated – Friendship, Connection and Community Make Sobriety Easier

Online

Faye Lawrence had been a heavy but high functioning drinker since her teens – almost 30 years – before she wound up in inpatient detox in 2017.  Shortly afterwards she started Untoxicated (Booze-Free Fun and Friendship) which has grown to be a national charity and not-for-profit with almost 10,000 members across Australia. Hear how Faye […]

Free

Lifelong consequences of prenatal drug exposure

Online

Newborn drug withdrawal is often attributed to maternal opioids, but many other drugs can cause serious problems in the newborn infant. The impact of prenatal substance exposure extends beyond the newborn period and may have serious long-term consequences on the infant until adulthood. Early identification, intervention and awareness of the potential problems caused by maternal […]

Free

Motivational Interviewing Day 2

Palmerston Street Conference Room Vincent Campus, 190 Palmerston Street, Vincent, Queensland, Australia

Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change, and is a highly recommended, evidence-based approach to helping people address their substance use behaviours.  It is recommended for all practitioners based in AOD and mental health settings who provide direct support to people experiencing substance use concerns. […]

North Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sexual Health Forum – Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville Hotel Grand Chancellor, Townsville, Qld, Australia

This forum aims to provide opportunities to identify and discuss gaps and barriers to culturally capable and effective service provision for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The program will include: an epidemiological overview of the current bloodborne virus and sexually transmissible infections environment in North Qld a profile of the clinical, policy and service delivery […]

Free

2021 International Mental Health Conference

RACV Royal Pines Resort RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Please note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions please check with event organisers for all face to face events. The International Mental Health Conference is aimed to promote best practice to professionals, workers and volunteers. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to grow meaningful connections and gain insight into the implementation of meaningful solutions to mental health […]

National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) Annual Research Symposium 2021

Online

The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) Annual Research Symposium 2021 will showcase the wide variety and depth of research and programs at NDARC, as well as highlight the work of their peer organisations, facilitate dynamic discussions and provide opportunities to create new connections. It will be held across three days and will include both online […]

It’s the End of the Road for Hep C!

Online

The Kombi Clinic is a four-member, Hepatitis C outreach model of care bringing all the essential elements of testing, treatment and cure to marginalised and homeless people. Their laid-back approach allows them to offer a simple and tailored service helping to destigmatise HCV and make folks feel welcome and less intimidated. This presentation will highlight […]

Free

Stigma and the structure of health systems

Online

In the third seminar of our Spotlight on Stigma series, we will explore the organisation and structure of health systems. Our expert panel will discuss how these organisational and structural factors can produce stigma and give us tools for tackling stigma within health systems. Sione Crawford has been working in peer-based organisations of people who use drugs since […]

FREE

Working with families with domestic and family violence (online) – 360edge

In Victoria DFV training is focused on building the capacity of the sector to be able to respond to their responsibilities to the new family violence information sharing scheme (FVISS) and to be able to screen and assess for family violence using the multi-agency risk assessment and management framework (MARAM). Building on this important baseline, […]

$355

Shared decision making in mental health treatment: what clinicians need to know

Online

Presenter: Dr Alana Fisher (Research Fellow, eCentre Clinic, Macquarie University) By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to: Identify the key rationale for and components of shared decision-making in clinical practice; Articulate the potential benefits of shared decision-making for mental health populations, including those with co-occurring alcohol and other drug use conditions; […]

Ketamine for the treatment of Addictions and Mental Health

Online

How does ketamine work in the treatment of Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health? How is it used around the world and what the evidence?  Dr Nikola Ognyenovits is an Addiction Medicine Specialist. He has a strong interest in the clinical management and research in substance use disorders, behavioural addictions and associated mental health conditions, including developmental […]

Free

2021 QNADA Annual General Meeting (AGM) – Hybrid

Karstens 24/215 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City, Qld, Australia

Online attendance: Please log on to Zoom at 10.25am for a 10.30am start. Please ensure you test your microphone and speakers prior to commencement and keep your camera on when possible. In person attendance: 10am arrival for a 10.30am start. Location is at Karstens, Level 24, 215 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000. Networking lunch […]

2021 Symposium Series – Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Health and Alcohol

Online

These free one hour symposiums will showcase the work of the Centre of Research Excellence (CRE): Indigenous Health and Alcohol. Presenters are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researchers who bring a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities in the field. The symposiums will include these topics: Treating alcohol dependence in rehab or prison presented […]

FREE

QScript Learning: Benzodiazepines and Z-drugs

Online

This presentation aims to provide the health care professional with the principles of rational prescribing and dispensing of benzodiazepines and z-drugs, as well as recommendations of best practice for tapering and discontinuation of these medicines when applicable. Debbie Rigby is an Advanced Practice Pharmacist with postgraduate qualifications in clinical pharmacy, geriatrics and respiratory medicine. Her […]

Free

Relapse Prevention and Management

Palmerston Street Conference Room Vincent Campus, 190 Palmerston Street, Vincent, Queensland, Australia

Relapse prevention is about building the capacity of individuals to maintain and sustain positive changes with their substance use. This 1-day workshop is designed for practitioners who provide direct support to people with AOD concerns who wish to better understand and communicate strategies, tools and techniques that can help someone stay in recovery through the […]

Understanding Psychoactive Drugs

TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus Wilkinson Street & Eureka Street, Manunda, QLD, Australia

Prerequisite eLearning: Online Induction Material – Module 2  NB: This course is a pre-requisite for the “Assessing and Managing Withdrawal” workshop. This workshop covers foundational knowledge and concepts required to work in the alcohol and other drug field. Topics covered include: History of substance use, statistics, prevalence and rates of use Moral, legal, disease and […]

APSAD Scientific Alcohol and Drug Conference 2021

The Sofitel Central Brisbane 249 Turbot St, Brisbane, QLD, Australia

2021 APSAD Brisbane Hybrid Conference will bring Australian and New Zealand alcohol and other drugs workers together in a multidisciplinary event celebrating 40 years of Bridging Knowledge and Practice. SUPER EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE 2021 APSAD HYBRID CONFERENCE Register to attend the Brisbane Conference in person by Tuesday 27 April and take […]

$1120

Cognitive behaviour therapy 4-day masterclass (face to face) – 360edge

Rydges St Kilda 35-37 Fitzroy St St Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

360Edge’s alcohol and other drug cognitive behaviour therapy experts, Professor Nicole Lee, past President and Honorary Fellow of the AACBT, and Paula Ross, Counselling Psychologist and clinical expert, present this top rated four day workshop. It has been developed especially for alcohol and other drug workers, particularly those in counselling or case management roles, who […]

$1395

Reflective Practice Groups as a Form of Supervision

Online

Reflective Practice Groups (RPGs) aim to promote reflection and critical thinking, provide support, foster team cohesion and help mitigate stress and compassion fatigue in healthcare workers. This talk will explore how RPG can support the interpersonal aspects of caring and explore complex clinical and practice issues in a supportive group environment. Chris is a Clinical […]

Free

National Hepatitis C Workshop for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners

Online

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers (A&TSIHWs) and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioners (A&TSIHPs) are crucial in the elimination of hepatitis C. The Australasian Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine (ASHM) invites A&TSIHWs and A&TSIHPs to join them for this free online workshop to yarn about hepatitis C with […]

AOD Clinical Assessment

TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus Wilkinson Street & Eureka Street, Manunda, QLD, Australia

Prerequisite: eLearning - Induction - Module 4 - AOD Clinical Assessment This interactive workshop introduces participants to clinical assessment for alcohol and other drug problems. Topics covered include: raising the issue of alcohol and other drug use with clients screening instruments assessment instruments bio-psychosocial elements of assessment situational alcohol and other drug risks practical skill […]

“But it’s the Least of Their Problems…” – Barriers to Smoking Cessation in Young People Aged Under 18yrs

Online

Young people aged under 18 experience different tobacco related harms to adults and current smoking cessation treatments and policy are focussed on adults and don’t respond to harms unique to young. This presentation will summarise a qualitative study conducted with clinicians from multiple disciplines and across several settings around the barriers to smoking cessation in […]

Free

Therapeutic interventions for methamphetamine dependence

Online

Crystalline methamphetamine (“ice”) is a significant and growing public health concern in Australia, with approximately 300,000 people now dependent on this drug. There are currently no approved pharmacotherapies that can be delivered as a scaleable and cost-effective treatment to meet the growing treatment demand. Mirtazapine, an approved antidepressant medication, has recently been identified in early […]

2021 Symposium Series – Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Health and Alcohol

Online

These free one hour symposiums will showcase the work of the Centre of Research Excellence (CRE): Indigenous Health and Alcohol. Presenters are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researchers who bring a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities in the field. The symposiums will include these topics: Treating alcohol dependence in rehab or prison presented […]

Free

The safety of pharmaceutical drugs of dependence in pregnancy

Online

Pharmaceutical drugs of dependence are a group of drugs that have a recognized therapeutic need but are associated with a higher potential for misuse, abuse and dependence compared with other prescription drugs. These drugs are commonly used to treat a wide variety of disorders the affect women of a reproductive age, including severe pain (opioid […]

Introduction to Motivational Interviewing for AOD Use

TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus Wilkinson Street & Eureka Street, Manunda, QLD, Australia

Prerequisite: Online Induction Material – Module 5 This workshop develops core skills in working with clients who are ambivalent about making change to their substance use. This interactive skills-based course covers: motivational interviewing principles and processes using the OARS micro-counselling skills brief motivational assessment motivational interviewing strategies practical skills development. Presenter: Jennifer Brazier Please directly contact Jennifer.Brazier@health.qld.gov.au for […]

Multiple health behaviour change: perspectives from the field

Online

Presenter: Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin (University of Newcastle), Dr. Adrian Dunlop (University of Newcastle and Hunter New England Local Health District) and Dr. Lawrence Dadd (Hunter New England Local Health District) By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to: Understand the relationship between substance use, mental health and physical comorbidity; Understand the challenges […]

Global Perspectives on Regulating Substances

Online

Global regulation of substances was dominated by the United Nations Single Convention of Narcotic Drugs in 1961 which was followed by the Convention of Psychotropic Substances in 1971. So began the “war on drugs”. This presentation will look at differing global approaches to the control of substances and highlight the differences between decriminalisation and legalisation. […]

Free

The art of thriving at work (online) NEW

Online

Alcohol and other drug work can be challenging and comes with a high rate of burnout. As it can be mentally demanding work, you want to employ self care strategies to prevent burnt out. In this workshop, you will find out what it takes to not just survive but thrive while working in the alcohol […]

$265 – $355

Alcohol use among women: trends, social practices and co-designed solutions

Online

In the context of global declines in alcohol consumption, studies have recently shown that middle-aged women’s alcohol use has increased in the past decade. This webinar will describe findings from three studies on adult women’s alcohol use, including trends over time in alcohol use, correlates of risky use, qualitative research on social practices including wine […]

Relapse Prevention and Management

TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus Wilkinson Street & Eureka Street, Manunda, QLD, Australia

Prerequisite: eLearning - Induction – Module 6 - Relapse Prevention and Management This workshop will equip workers with practical and positive strategies to assist clients who experience difficulty maintaining their drug use goals including preventing and managing relapse. Topics covered include: precursors of relapse the Resolution Breakdown model identifying high risk situations for substance use […]

2021 Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA) National Conference

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort Hotel 270 Ocean Drive, Twin Waters, Sunshine Coast Qld 4564

The 2021 Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA) National Conference aims to build on the strengths of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and celebrate the achievements and innovation in allied health. This conference will bring together the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander allied health workforce audience to network, create personal and cultural connections, and hear from […]

Sex, drugs & worker roles: Supporting sexual health and wellbeing amongst AOD clients

Online

This event is a two hour interactive Zoom session exploring good practice responses to sexual health issues in the context of alcohol and other drugs treatment and harm reduction. The session features guest speakers: Emily Buster - Senior Public Health Officer (Communicable Diseases Branch) Robert Kemp - Principal Public Health Officer (Communicable Diseases Branch) Simon […]

FREE

Special Guest Panel You CAN Ask That!

Online

For the final presentation of the year a panel of esteemed AOD experts will attempt to answer the complex and curly questions you have submitted over the previous 6 months. Test out their smarts as part of a forum for discussion and knowledge exploration - one which may just provide the answer to that question […]

Free

2021 Indigenous Wellbeing Conference

Pullman Cairns International Pullman Cairns International 17 Abbott Street, Cairns, Qld, Australia

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic please check with event organisers for all face to face events. The Indigenous Wellbeing Conference will provide delegates with information about the latest Indigenous-led, grassroot programs and projects taking place around the nation and across the seas. Attendees will learn how to implement practical evidence-based research into their service, and […]

9th SNAICC National Conference

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and Online

Please be advised: Due to COVID-19 disruptions please check directly with the event organiser for the latest updates on face-to-face events. This conference aims to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, strengths and successes in child and family services across Australia. Delegates will have the opportunity to showcase culturally appropriate best practices that contribute to […]

Working with families advanced 2-day masterclass (online) – 360edge

Deep dive into the 5-step model of family intervention to provide advanced treatment for families when alcohol or other drugs are a factor. More information coming soon! Cost: Earlybird: $495 | Standard: $655 | (Book 5 or more spaces for your team and save an additional 10% off the earlybird rate) Facilitator: Paula Ross More Information

$655

Trauma-informed care in AOD settings: what clinicians need to know

Online

Presenters: Professor Katherine Mills (The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney) and Logan Harvey (PhD candidate, The Matilda Centre, Clinical Psychologist) By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to: Understand the relationship between trauma, post-traumatic stress, and substance use; Identify how trauma-related issues can impact […]

Working with Children who have Experienced Domestic and Family Violence – Two-Part Series

Online

This workshop is a practical, trauma-informed professional development opportunity aiming to develop skills and confidence to support children who have experienced domestic and family violence. This workshop draws on a range of trauma-informed expressive therapies and strength-based practice to promote the safety and wellbeing of children affected by family and domestic violence. It also outlines […]

$99

The brain workshop

Online

Understand the inner workings of the brain on drugs and how to work effectively with cognitive impairment Alcohol and other drugs can affect the brain in both consistent and idiosyncratic ways. In this workshop, learn about the parts of the brain that can be affected by drug use and the impact on functioning. You will […]

$395

Is vaping nicotine safer than smoking?

Online

Vaping nicotine is a safer alternative for adult smokers who are unable to quit. Smokers who switch to vaping are exposed to far fewer toxins in much lower doses and have significant health improvements. The long-term effects of vaping are unknown but vaping has been estimated to be at least 95% less harmful than smoking. […]

FREE

Working with Children who have Experienced Domestic and Family Violence – Two-Part Series

Online

This workshop is a practical, trauma-informed professional development opportunity aiming to develop skills and confidence to support children who have experienced domestic and family violence. This workshop draws on a range of trauma-informed expressive therapies and strength-based practice to promote the safety and wellbeing of children affected by family and domestic violence. It also outlines […]

$99

Association of Alcohol and other Drug Agencies NT (AADANT) Professional Development Forum 2022

Travelodge Resort 64 Cavenagh Street, Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia

The Association of Alcohol and other Drug Agencies NT (AADANT) Professional Development Forum 2022 will host social worker and trauma specialist Lauren Buckley who will present Substance Use and Trauma: A Neurobiological Approach. In this workshop participants will learn: how the brain and nervous system work and how trauma creates stress in the body why clients […]

$85

Understanding CBT for alcohol and other drugs workers

Online

Learn how to apply key CBT skills in alcohol and other drug settings This workshop offers a practical introduction to core practice skills in alcohol and other drug treatment. You will improve your understanding of CBT theory and practice and learn a comprehensive CBT framework that will deepen your understanding and enable you to tailor […]

$395

How can the illicit drug control field inform the tobacco endgame?

Online

The regulation of tobacco and substances that have traditionally been Illicit (e.g., cannabis) are heading in opposite directions with tobacco policies heading toward sales bans, while many jurisdictions have moved to legalise cannabis. This convergence in control approaches offers opportunities for policy researchers to learn from the illicit drug policy field in reforming the regulation […]

FREE

The how and why of MI

Online

Understand what really makes motivational interviewing tick Gain core motivational interviewing skills and a deep understanding of the spirit and philosophy of motivational interviewing in this interactive online workshop so you can adapt it to any client or situation. Motivational interviewing is an essential skill for alcohol and other drug workers that has a powerful […]

$395

Non-opioid prescription misuse – new kids on the block

Online

While much is known about the prevalence and associated harms of prescription opioid and benzodiazepine misuse, knowledge is still emerging about other prescription drug misuse. More recently the spotlight has been on second generation antipsychotics such as quetiapine, prescription stimulants and pregabalin. This presentation will examine what is currently know about the prevalence, population characteristics […]

FREE

2022 Frontline Mental Health Conference

Sea World Conference Centre Seaworld Dr, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia

The theme of the 2022 Frontline Mental Health Conference is Working together - Exploring an integrated health wellbeing approach. The conference will provide delegates the opportunity to share their approach to greater frontline mental health care, including: current mental health care practices in your organisation research findings from enquiries, reports, and agency surveys frontline leadership lived-experience learnings gaps […]

$949

Working with families in alcohol and other drug settings

Online

Gain advanced clinical practice skills in working with families  Work more effectively with families and carers of people who use alcohol and other drugs, whether the person using drugs is in treatment or not. This workshop focuses on the impact of alcohol and other drugs on families and models of responding using principles of Jim […]

$395

Effects of extended-release buprenorphine treatment for opioid dependence

Online

This seminar will report on the findings of the CoLAB qualitative study which aimed to examine the multiple social, material and temporal effects of extended-release buprenorphine depot (BUP-XR) treatment in clients’ lives, among a group of participants receiving BUP-XR in Australia, and consider the situated potentials of these new opioid agonist treatment technologies. In particular, […]

FREE

Lifelong consequences of prenatal drug exposure

Online

Prenatal drug exposure is one of the fastest growing public health problems in the world. A great deal of attention is focused on treating the infant's withdrawal after birth and reducing duration of hospitalisation but emerging evidence shows that later problems, such as increased risk of death, disability and intra-generational disadvantage. The focus on identifying, […]

FREE

Living the work: Exploring lived experience in the AOD workforce

Online

There is increasing recognition of the value of the AOD peer workforce. However, less is known about AOD workers who have lived and living experience of AOD use, but do not work in designated peer roles. This presentation provides an overview of the demographic and professional profile of AOD workers with lived and living experience, […]

FREE

Trauma informed care

Online

Respond sensitively and effectively to people who have experienced trauma  A large proportion of people in alcohol and other drug treatment have experienced trauma as a child or adult. In this interactive online workshop, learn how to deliver alcohol and other drug treatment in a trauma informed way to improve outcomes. You will also learn […]

$395

The impact of opioid agonist treatment on injecting-related diseases

Online

About this event The seminar will give an overview of a study that investigates the impact of opioid agonist treatment (OAT) on hospitalisations for injecting-related diseases using large administrative health data. The sample includes people who have been prescribed OAT in New South Wales from 2001 to 2017. We compared the incidence rates of hospitalisations […]

FREE

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference

Sea World Conference Centre Seaworld Dr, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Conference is designed to provide practical skills, relevant information, personal insight, and strategies for professionals committed to the mental health and wellbeing of young people. The conference theme is Listen, learn and co-design: Establishing partnerships with children, young people and families. This theme focuses on incorporating all stakeholders in the delivery of […]

Deadly Liver Mob: Engaging Aboriginal people in viral hepatitis, HIV and sexual health services

Online

Join in to hear all about the Deadly Liver Mob program which is an incentivised, peer-led program that offers education and screening for hepatitis C, hepatitis B and STIs for Aboriginal people. You will hear from the Aboriginal workers who worked with communities, the program designers, partners and sponsors. You will hear about the evaluation of DLM […]

FREE

Alcohol advertising patterns and harm-reduction messaging

Online

About this event This presentation will focus on the strategies used by alcohol marketers to promote their products, impending trends in alcohol distribution, effective approaches for messaging about alcohol-related harms, and public support for a range of alcohol control policies. About the speaker Professor Simone Pettigrew is Program Director, Health Promotion and Behavior Change at […]

FREE

Association of Alcohol and other Drug Agencies NT (AADANT) Drug and Alcohol Conference 2022

Darwin Convention Centre 10 Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin City, NT, Australia

The Association of Alcohol and other Drug Agencies NT (AADANT) will hold their annual drug and alcohol conference in Darwin NT. The target audience of the conference is the NT alcohol and other drug sector. The theme is Fundamentally strong. The conference aims to: explore the underlying causes of drug and alcohol dependence provide skills and tips to […]

$420

Comorbid Mental Health and Drug & Alcohol: Addressing the “cracks” in the system.

Online

This presentation will discuss projects designed to bring services together to address the "cracks" in the system for people with co-occurring mental health and drug and alcohol conditions. The aims of the projects were to improve the identification of, and treatment or assistance (where appropriate) for people with co-occurring serious mental health and drug and […]

FREE

Very demanding. Extremely rewarding’: Exploring the co-occurrence of burnout and engagement in alcohol and other drug workers

Online

Exploring a new perspective on AOD worker wellbeing that reflects the complexity of AOD worker - simultaneous experience of burnout & engagement. Includes reflections on implications for workplace wellbeing strategies and responses.  Dr Natalie Skinner - Senior Research Fellow, Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (FHMRI), College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University 

FREE

Integrating MI with CBT

Online

Effectively blend motivational interviewing and CBT to achieve better client outcomes Boost your effectiveness with clients by seamlessly integrating these two key approaches in alcohol and other drug treatment. Through this interactive one-day workshop, you learn where these two core approaches overlap and where they are unique and how to move seamlessly between them. Learning […]

$395

Treatment outcomes of a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer alcohol and other drug counselling service in Sydney, Australia

Online

LGBTI people report disproportionately higher rates of AOD use and harms. Stigma towards sexual and gender minorities creates additional barriers to treatment. ACON has a long history of LGBTI community engagement and provides AOD treatment. This presentation reports on an Evaluation of ACON’s Substance Support Service, an outpatient counselling service for LGBTI and other sexually […]

FREE

2022 Australian and New Zealand Addiction Conference

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

The 2022 Australian and New Zealand Addiction Conference theme will be Bold dreams and new directions. Topics discussed at the conference will include: prevention, promotion and early intervention intervention, withdrawal and treatment aftercare and peer support. Important dates: Friday 10 December 2021: presentation submissions close Friday 4 February 2022: presenter acceptance and registration due Thursday 10 February […]

MDMA: Dosages of tablets and capsules seized across Queensland

Online

This presentation will provide a brief overview of the outcomes of a project investigating individual dosages, co-detections and purity of illicit MDMA tablets and capsules seized across Queensland. General trends in the Queensland illicit drug market will also be discussed. Shiona Croft has worked as a forensic chemist within the illicit drug team at Queensland […]

FREE

FASD Forum ’22 Conference

Online

The inaugural FASD Forum '22 Conference aims to provide an opportunity for everyone interested in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) to hear from research-leading and lived-experience experts. The conference theme is FASD@50 reflecting that it is 50 years since FASD was first identified in medical literature in the English-speaking world. Presentations over the two-day conference will cover themes […]

The eyes have it. Or do they?

Online

This presentation will provide an introduction to Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) including review of the evidence base and considerations for use within AOD treatment. Anthony Bligh is Director of Psychology, Metro North Mental Health. Anthony has been using EMDR in private practice since initial training in 2014 and uses it to treat complex trauma.

FREE

Responding to trauma in alcohol and other drug treatment

Online

Deepen your understanding of trauma and gain real skills in managing trauma-related symptoms in alcohol and other drug practice settings Building on our trauma-informed training, this workshop will give you a step up in responding to trauma. You will learn how to recognise the biopsychosocial impacts of trauma and integrate recovery-oriented interventions into your alcohol […]

$395

From ‘Bro, do you even lift?’ to ‘Bro, do you even science?’: Consumer perspectives on enhancement drug harm reduction

Online

This presentation describes how people who use image and performance enhancing drugs reduce the harms of their drug use. It illustrates how the shift towards scientifically informed drug practice has impacted on the harm reduction practices of enhanced bodybuilders. Furthermore it highlights the opportunities that this shift presents for collaboration between enhanced bodybuilders and the professionals who […]

FREE

Superskills for supervisors

Online

Build your leadership skills and contribute to the next generation of practitioners The key to great practice is great supervision. If you are a practice or clinical supervisor in the alcohol and other drug sector or want to become one, and you are ready for your next professional challenge, this workshop is for you. Gain […]

$395

Sex Work, AOD and Mental Health: Working with sex workers

Online

Many sex workers report barriers to accessing services for AOD and/or mental health. Learn how to better interact with this unique demographic. Respect Inc provides sexual health information, advocacy and support to sex workers across QLD.  Hazy Inseptember is Career Development Officer at Respect inc. and also works as a counsellor in a clinical setting for an […]

FREE

Aboriginal Mental Health Assessment and Suicide Prevention in Aboriginal Communities

This three-day workshop aims to improve the cultural competencies of participants undertaking a mental health assessment of Aboriginal patients and also provide information on suicide prevention and postvention strategies in Aboriginal communities. Participants taking part in this workshop will: complete the Aboriginal Mental Health Cultural Competency Profile achieve accreditation in the Westerman Aboriginal Symptom Checklist - youth […]

Help! I’ve been subpoenaed

Online

Do you know what to say and do if you are subpoenaed to appear in court? Are your case notes court-ready Nearly 50% of alcohol and other drug workers have had their case notes subpoenaed. Are yours court-ready? Write great case notes and feel confident giving evidence in court with this fun and practical case […]

$395

Navigating complexity in alcohol and other drug settings

Online

Gain a deep understanding of how to respond to co-occurring mental health problems in alcohol and other drug treatment Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception. In this two day interactive online workshop you will deepen your understanding of co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug issues and build knowledge, confidence and skill […]

$550

2022 NAIDOC Week

The 2022 theme for NAIDOC Week is Get up! Stand up! Show up! The theme calls for systemic change; to support and secure institutional, structural, collaborative, and cooperative reforms and to keep rallying around for mob, for Elders and for communities. It also celebrates those who have driven and led change in communities over generations. The NAIDOC Local […]

Breaking the ice: Tailoring treatment for people who use methamphetamine

Online

Adapt your existing skills to work effectively with people who use methamphetamine. Understand how methamphetamine affects the brain and how to adapt existing treatments and strategies for people who use methamphetamine. You’ll learn the changes to approach that are needed and how to address common co-occurring conditions among people who use methamphetamine. Learning outcomes: Understand […]

$395

Putting Together the Puzzle – Stigma, Discrimination & Injecting Drug Use

Online

QuIHN's lived experience facilitators provide a comprehensive deep dive in to stigma & discrimination toward people who inject drugs. Using real life insights and interactive discussions, this workshop aims to improve health outcomes for people who use drugs within health & community settings. Developed by Australian Injecting & Illicit Drug Users League (AIVL), Funded by […]

Emotion regulation skills for alcohol and other drug workers

Online

Help your clients to manage strong emotions We all have strong emotions from time to time. Being able to recognise and self-regulate emotions and tolerate distress is a skill that can be learned. Emotion regulation is also a protective factor against mental health problems like depression and anxiety. In this workshop, you will gain strategies […]

$395

Putting Together the Puzzle – Stigma, Discrimination & Injecting Drug Use

Online

QuIHN’s lived experience facilitators provide a comprehensive deep dive in to stigma & discrimination toward people who inject drugs. Using real life insights and interactive discussions, this workshop aims to improve health outcomes for people who use drugs within health & community settings. Developed by Australian Injecting & Illicit Drug Users League (AIVL), Funded by […]

Rethink MI: A two-day motivational interviewing masterclass

Online

Develop advanced skills in motivational interviewing to supercharge your alcohol and other drug practice Join one of Australia’s most experienced alcohol and other drug trainers in this two-day motivational interviewing masterclass for practitioners who want to advance their motivational interviewing skills. You will take your motivational interviewing skills to the next level by using self-reflection […]

$550

Putting Together the Puzzle – Stigma, Discrimination & Injecting Drug Use

Online

QuIHN’s lived experience facilitators provide a comprehensive deep dive in to stigma & discrimination toward people who inject drugs. Using real life insights and interactive discussions, this workshop aims to improve health outcomes for people who use drugs within health & community settings. Developed by Australian Injecting & Illicit Drug Users League (AIVL), Funded by […]

Trauma inside out: A two-day trauma masterclass

Online

Understand the causes and impacts of trauma and how to effectively respond Building on our ‘Responding to trauma workshop’, you will deepen your knowledge of trauma and practice advanced strategies to effectively support people with trauma symptoms in alcohol and other drug treatment. Go deeper into understanding and responding to trauma to enhance your knowledge, […]

$550

Integrating MI with CBT

Online

Effectively blend motivational interviewing and CBT to achieve better client outcomes Boost your effectiveness with clients by seamlessly integrating these two key approaches in alcohol and other drug treatment. Through this interactive one-day workshop, you learn where these two core approaches overlap and where they are unique and how to move seamlessly between them. Book […]

$395

Good night. Sleep tight: Helping people who use alcohol and other drugs sleep better

Online

Develop an in-depth understanding of sleep to aid your AOD practice People with alcohol and other drug issues are up to 10 times more likely to experience sleep problems. We now know that poor sleep contributes to a range of other physical and mental health problems, as well as low resilience and low motivation. But […]

$395

Negotiating roadblocks in treatment

Online

Increase the effectiveness of treatment by identifying and resolving ruptures and breaks in the therapeutic relationship Therapeutic impasses are common but can be frustrating and difficult to resolve. They can also impact the effectiveness of treatment. Roadblocks can be practitioner or client-initiated, but nearly always require practitioner input to repair. In this workshop, you will […]

$395

SMART Recovery Family and Friends Online Training

This training will provide you with the knowledge and practical skills required to confidently and competently facilitate SMART Recovery Australia’s award-winning SMART Family & Friends program. You will learn how to run the SMART Family & Friends program in two key formats: Video conference and support meetings, so you can get started immediately In person […]

Inside CBT: A 4 day masterclass in behavioural and cognitive therapies

Online

Level up your practice with our acclaimed 4-day self-practice/self-reflection masterclass in cognitive behaviour therapy This 4-day intensive is for you if you are an alcohol and other drug worker in a counselling or case management role. Discover exactly what makes CBT tick to build and strengthen your core clinical skills, the foundation for all best […]

$995

The art of thriving at work

Online

Don’t just survive alcohol and other drug work. Really thrive Alcohol and other drug work can be challenging and comes with a high rate of burnout. It can be mentally demanding work, but there are some simple self-care strategies to prevent burnout. In this workshop, you will find out what it takes to not just […]

$395

Families of substance: a two day advanced masterclass in working with families

Online

Increase your confidence and provide advanced intervention for families with alcohol and other drug issues Working with families can be complex and challenging often due to multiple people and perspectives that are sometimes misaligned. This masterclass goes deeper into the Orford stress-strain-information-coping-support model drawing on elements of the Orford and Velleman 5-step model. Learn key […]

$550

Supporting Family and Friends: SMART Recovery Panel discussion webinar

Online

This webinar will run as a panel discussion and we will hear the perspectives of Family and Friends, Facilitators and Participants whom are currently or have journeyed through the Family and Friends program. Please join us for a one of event that will hope to inspire, encourage and explore the positive impacts this program.

Giving Birth to Change: A SMART Recovery FASD Webinar

https://smartrecoveryaustralia.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_B5LkEivgRMCBYe_4IJEbsg

Giving birth to change: The personal journey of a FASD mother Angelene Bruce is a lived experience expert for FARE and NOFASD Australia. She is also a member of the Victorian FASD Special Interest Group and a fierce advocate for FASD awareness and prevention. Ange has lived experience of alcohol and poker machine addiction. She […]

2023 International Women’s Day

UN Women Australia’s International Women’s Day theme for 2023 is ‘Cracking the Code: Innovation for a gender equal future’. Based on the priority theme for the United Nations 67th Commission on the Status of Women – Cracking the Code highlights the role that bold, transformative ideas, inclusive technologies, and accessible education can play in combatting discrimination and the marginalisation of […]

Webinar: Dopamine Nation – Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, by Dr Anna Lembke

Join us for this one of webinar where we get the opportunity to chat to Anna Lembke, MD. Anna is Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine and chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. A clinician scholar, she is the author of more than a hundred peer-reviewed publications, has testified […]

SMART Recovery Brisbane Facilitator Training (F2F)

SMART Recovery face to face training helps people who want to help others with problematic and addictive behaviours, by training them to deliver SMART’s 4-point program and supporting them to set up and run their own SMART Recovery group. SMART Training allows you to reach more clients with a program that works for any problematic […]

SMART Recovery Training

Scholarship Applications for 2024 are now open for training and membership. Follow the link below to register your interest.

Webinar – How to work therapeutically with individuals involved in the criminal justice system

Online

The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use at the University of Sydney has been funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care to develop a series of on-demand webinars on evidence-based practice. Our webinars are freely available and focus on building capacity in relation to evidence-based practice approaches to the […]

Webinar – Alcohol use in older adulthood: Physiological impacts and effective treatment options

Online

The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use at the University of Sydney has been funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care to develop a series of on-demand webinars on evidence-based practice. Our webinars are freely available and focus on building capacity in relation to evidence-based practice approaches to […]

2024 ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY

Family Drug Support will again be recognising lives lost to drugs and alcohol by marking the Annual Remembrance Day – an international event with ceremonies held all around the world. Click on the image below for details      

2024 Australian Winter School Conference

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Southbank, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Australian Winter School is an opportunity to catch up with colleagues from across the alcohol and other drugs and related sectors. At Winter School you'll be part of the conversation about innovations in evidence informed treatment, policy, and system reform. ​Winter School's expert speakers, presentations, and workshops provide delegates with the knowledge, tools, and solutions […]

Insight (Qld) and 360Edge also offer AOD related trainings and workshops