Position Papers

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1. No punitive actions towards, nor criminalisation of the use of vapes/e-cigarettes. The ATDC advocates against criminalising personal use and…

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ATDC position statements on decriminalisation 1. Personal use and possession of illicit drugs should be decriminalised The ATDC advocates a…

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Position Statements on Workforce Development 1. Strategic direction There is currently no strategic direction guiding the Tasmanian ATOD workforce in…

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Enhancing the client journey: moving towards an Integrated ATOD Service System Position Paper Overview: 1. Integration means coordinated action, collaboration…

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Strengthening Tasmania’s justice response to alcohol and other drug use. Summary Recommendations → Increased investment into alcohol and other drug…

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Drug Checking Saves Lives The ATDC supports drug checking based on the evidence of its effectiveness as a harm reduction…

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Tobacco 21 Position Statement Tasmania has the second highest tobacco usage in the country and the ATDC supports any initiatives…

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Experiences of stigma and discrimination are a common occurrence in the everyday lives of people who use alcohol and other…