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About the Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs Council of Tasmania

We are the peak body representing and supporting community organisations, and the people they assist, to reduce alcohol, tobacco and other drug related harm for all Tasmanians.

Our vision is a Tasmania without alcohol, tobacco or other drug related harm or discrimination.

Across Australia in a single year

157,000
people are hospitalised each year due to alcohol
More people die from drug overdoses, including prescription medication, than on our roads
$23 billion
the combined economic cost of alcohol, tobacco and other drug related harm to Australia each year

In Tasmania, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs accounts for

799
emergency presentations and 2,268 hospital admissions every year
52%
of burglary, assault and public disorder crimes
816
public assaults which equates to two public assaults every day
One third of our road traffic injuries
1 in 20
people will die as a result of alcohol and other drugs
2,173
drink drivers charged
1 in 8
people smoke and 1 in 8 people will die as a result of smoking

Why we exist

Problematic use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs continues to be a major cause of harm in Tasmania, and is a significant driver of preventable death, disease and illness, psychological distress, unemployment, homelessness, police arrests and prison sentences.

As an independent not-for-profit organisation, the ATDC represents a broad range of alcohol, tobacco and other drug organisations. These organisations provide information and awareness, prevention and early intervention, harm-reduction and specialised treatment and recovery services and programs.

 

What we do

Working with all levels of government and the community, the ATDC plays a vital role in leading, collaborating and advocating for increased investment into treatment services, and population based initiatives that reduce the harms associated with problematic substance use across Tasmania.

The ATDC supports the sector by delivering training, networking and information sharing opportunities, as well as undertaking policy and advocacy projects with, and on behalf of our members. At all times our work is underpinned by a commitment to evidence-based practices and policies, consumer participation, harm reduction, and partnerships and collaboration.

 

Strategic view
The ATDC has as a clear, strategic understanding of what services are provided, what services are needed and how best to achieve the goal of reducing the negative impacts on the Tasmanian community from alcohol, tobacco and other drug use.
Advocacy
The ATDC advocates for a broad range of service providers and individuals working in prevention, promotion, early intervention, treatment, case management, research and harm reduction.
Independent leadership
The ATDC provides independent leadership to the sector to strengthen partnerships, inclusion and collaboration via our network of members and stakeholders
Sector development
Through training, policy and development projects the ATDC works with, and on behalf of, the sector.

Benefits of membership

Members gain access to a range of services provided by the ATDC, as well as the opportunity to contribute to the development of the Tasmanian alcohol, tobacco and other drugs sector.

  • Stay informed
  • Collaborate and network
  • Build the capacity of your workforce
  • Inform sector development and policy
  • Advocate for the sector
Become a member
ATDC
ATDC
Address: Suite 1, Level 1, 175 Collins Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000
Hours: 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday
Email: admin@atdc.org.au
Phone: 03 6231 5002
Postal: PO Box 4702 Bathurst Street PO, Hobart TAS 7000

Traditional Custodians.

The ATDC acknowledges the Tasmanian Aboriginal community as the traditional custodians of Tasmania and recognises the importance of working together.

Acknowledgements.

The ATDC gratefully acknowledges the financial and other support from the Australian Government Department of Health the Tasmanian Government Department of Health and the Tasmanian Health Service.

Quality Innovation Performance Accredited.

The ATDC is a Quality Innovation Performance (QIP) accredited organisation against the Australian Service Excellence Standards (ASES).

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Looking for help and support services for alcohol, tobacco or other drugs?

We do not provide treatment or support services. Contact information for alcohol and other drug services in Tasmania is available here:

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