International FDS Day 2022
International Family Drug Support Day
Due to the impact of COVID-19 an event is being held online to mark the International Family Drug Support Day 2022.
From small beginnings it has grown to international events in most Australian major cities and several overseas. The overall theme for the FDS events is Support the Family-Improve the Outcome. This year we are particularly focusing on 'Voices to be Heard'. FDS are focusing on the results of our 'Voices to be Heard' survey which collected information on the views of families around drug policy. The results will be presented to Federal and State governments on 24 February 2022.
"Any family anywhere, regardless of background, economic and other circumstances can be affected by drugs. We hope this annual event will reach members of the community and change some of the negative attitudes that exist." Tony Trimingham, Founder and CEO of Family Drug Support.
"The weight of the world was on my shoulders. We were so ashamed and alone - then we found support and things changed" Viola - Mother
"What a difference it made being able to talk and have someone listen with empathy, and not tell me I was a bad parent or my approach was wrong. I can ring anytime and get stuff off my chest" Carlos - Father.
The objectives for the International Day are;
- Continuing to push for productive changes in drug policy based on evidence and reducing harm
- Reducing stigma and discrimination for families and drug users
- Promoting Family Drug Support services for families and friends
- Promoting harm reduction strategies for families and friends
- Promoting the importance and benefits of supporting families
- The important role of FDS volunteers in providing family support across Australia
- Fatal and non-fatal overdoses from drugs including pharmaceuticals
- Promoting greater support and resources for treatment services
2022 Focus – Voices to be Heard
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