Collaborating for more culturally connected alcohol and other drug support

Recorded: June 3, 2025

Join Windana’s First Peoples’ Healing Program team and DDACL for a powerful conversation on delivering culturally connected alcohol and other drug (AOD) support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

This webinar was held during National Reconciliation Week 2025 and is especially relevant for those working in Victoria’s Health Care and Social Assistance sectors. Based on the land of the Bunurong People and Boonwurrung People, the First Peoples’ Healing Program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 16–55 and their families with a flexible, community-identified approach to AOD care.

In this webinar, we cover:

• The purpose and origins of the First Peoples’ Healing Program
• How the program supports connection to self, Mob and Country
• Secondary consultation and referral pathways for service providers
• Collaboration with DDACL and other community organisations
• Insights into DDACL’s work and cultural programs.

Presenters: Allison, Barb, Junelle (Windana), and Dean (DDACL)

You can watch the webinar below

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You can also learn more about the program here.

Artwork in background of presentation is by Hunter Dillon (Instagram: @worimi.by.hunter). For 24/7 alcohol and drug counselling in Victoria, call DirectLine at 1800 888 236 or visit www.directline.org.au.

The First Peoples’ Healing Program is supported by funding from the Australian Government under the South Eastern Melbourne PHN.