FYI E-Newsletter – October 2023 – Researching Lived Experience, New Laws for Skippers and More
FYI E-Newsletter - October 2023 - Researching Lived Experience, New Laws for Skippers and More
A National Drug Research Institute seminar on researching lived experience and new alcohol and other drug tests for boat skippers feature in the October 2023 issue of FYI.
We also share new National Principles to Address Coercive Control in Family and Domestic Violence from the Standing Council of Attorneys-General that include a definition of substance use coercion, as well as WANADA’s new Drug Checking Background Paper.
As always, we share career and job opportunities, research updates and new resources.
WANADA’s monthly e-newsletter FYI is for anyone with an interest in alcohol and other drug issues in Western Australia. Feedback and submissions are welcome.
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Sector News and Events
Strong Spirit Strong Mind Awards 2026 Nominations Extended to Friday 31 July 2026
Now is your chance to acknowledge the work of another organisation, program or individual for their contribution to the sector's shared vision of reduced alcohol and other drug-related harm.
Welcome Fleur and Naomi
WANADA has recently welcomed two new staff members to the team - Naomi Carter, Coordinator, Sector Development, and Fleur Ellis, Coordinator, Research and Advocacy.
FYI E-Newsletter July 2026
This July edition of FYI features sector highlights including the farewell to long‑serving CEO Jill Rundle, the arrival of new team members Naomi Carter and Fleur Ellis, and an invitation to complet
An Important Message From Our Chair and CEO
After more than 26 years of dedicated leadership, Jill Rundle has shared her decision to step down as Chief Executive Officer of the Western Australian Network of Alcohol and Other Drug Agencies.