Community organisations in Durack are being invited to form a partnership to tackle drugs and alcohol, with funding from the Morrison Government.
Federal Member for Durack, the Honourable Minister Price, said applications were now open for registration of new Local Drug Action Teams (LDATs) to prevent and minimise harm from ice, alcohol and other drugs.
“Alcohol and other drugs, including ice or crystal methamphetamine, are issues for communities, not just for individuals,” Ms Price said.
“Community action is effective because many of the factors influencing drug-related harm can only be targeted at the community level, like social connections, education and a sense of belonging,” Ms Price said.
This recruitment round aims to approve 40 new LDATs, which can apply for $10,000 in initial funding to support prevention and health promotion activities, with further funding available.
There are currently 238 local teams doing great work in all states and territories, who in partnership with the Alcohol and Drug Foundation are developing Community Action Plans to target their local needs.
The LDAT program has received more than $29 million since it began in 2016 and the Morrison Government has already committed more than $800 million over four years to reduce the impact of drug and alcohol misuse on individuals, families and communities.
Applications from new LDATs are now open on the LDAT Community Hub: https://community.adf.org.au and close on Friday 5 March.
The hub contains extensive information about the program and how to apply and prepare a strong application.
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