About the ACT AOD Sector

The ACT AOD Sector comprises a diverse range of Non-Government and Government services that work to reduce the harm caused by the misuse of AOD in the ACT community.

These services offer a range of programs and supports including assessment, information & education, counselling, case management, detoxification, pharmacotherapy support, outreach support, rehabilitation and relapse prevention.

For information about AOD Services in the ACT visit the ACT AOD Sector Directory.

In addition to these services, the ACT AOD sector also has established an:

ACT AOD Executive Directors’ Group
A group for ACT AOD Chief Executives and Executive Directors that provides broad strategic direction for the sector.

ACT AOD Workers’ Group
A group made up of one nominated representative from each ACT AOD Service that provides input into sector development activities.

ACT AOD Sector Project
A project that aims to build the capacity and identity of the AOD sector in the ACT, foster intra and cross-sectoral relationships, and improve outcomes while maintaining respect for the diversity of services and for people who are affected by AOD.

The Comorbidity Project
A project that aims to assist and support non-government ACT AOD services to undertake service improvement processes to better identify and manage clients experiencing comorbid AOD and mental health issues.

ACT Drug Action Week Planning Group
A group facilitated by the ACT AOD Sector Project to bring key stakeholders together to plan activities for Drug Action Week.