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About SANDAS

SANDAS Constitution

To enhance community well being and reduce the harms associated with alcohol and drug use through a state network of non-government organizations working in the alcohol and other drug sector.

Mission/Purpose

SANDAS aims to provide independent, state wide representation and advocacy for non-government organizations working in the alcohol and other drug sector and to support and enhance efficacy through networking and policy development.

Objectives

• To provide strong, independent representation and advocacy for NGO’s to governments and key policy making bodies.

• To develop strategic affiliations, alliances and partnerships with key stakeholders.

• To provide significant networking opportunities and enhance communication and the sharing of information throughout the AOD sector.

• To inform quality service delivery and workforce development for NGO’s in the AOD sector.

• To enable NGO’s to play an active role in the development of policies related to AOD in the community.

• To contribute to a South Australian community that is well informed about issues related to alcohol and other drugs.

History

The need for a Peak Body was recognized as one of the recommendations of the 2003 Drug Summit and funding was provided by the Government in 2005 to enable a small secretariat to be established

Trevor Bignell - Chairman
David Wright - Treasurer
Andris Banders - Executive Officer
Lesley Edwards
Douglas Longmore
Leonie Karlsson
Madge McGuire
Kerry Kaye-boss
Melanie McDermott
Lan Nguyen
Graham Ross

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