Alcohol and Other Drug

Consumer & Community Coalition

The Alcohol and Other Drug Consumer & Community Coalition (AODCCC) is the peak body for alcohol and other drug consumer and community informed systemic advocacy in Western Australia. Our aim is to empower the voices of consumers, their families and supports, ensuring the health and wellbeing of our community. 

The AODCCC was incorporated in June 2018 in response to the need and support for an alcohol and other drug specific, consumer and community informed advocacy body.

Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

To promote the interests, education and welfare of those affected by alcohol and other drug use.

Vision

Community understanding shaped by the voice of people and families with lived experience of Alcohol and Other Drugs.

Values

The following set of values were developed utilising consultation inputs from the consumer and community think tank held in 2018:

Inclusion
Inclusion

We acknowledge the legitimacy of everyone’s experience and provide a safe space for diverse views to be shared.

Collaboration
Collaboration

We look for opportunities to bring consumers, family, community, policy makers and providers together for real change.

Accountability
Accountability

We consult broadly and are open about our intent, activities and outcomes.

Leadership
Leadership

We share bold visions and take courageous steps towards what is needed in the community.

Integrity
Integrity

We respect and value the different perspectives and experiences of alcohol and other drug use.

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Alcohol and Other Drug Consumer & Community Coalition

Alcohol and Other Drug Consumer & Community Coalition

The AODCCC is the alcohol and other drug peak body for consumer & community informed systemic advocacy in WA.

Join the Team! 💚We're looking for a passionate & skilled Systemic Advocate to join the AODCCC team! Check it out: www.seek.com.au/job/83344085?ref=direct-share-hirer-jobs-list🌟We are hiring a full-time Systemic Advocate to join the AODCCC team!🌟The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with the AODCCC team in the development of advocacy campaigns, strategies, and responses.The role will assist in the development of Government Submissions, Position Statements and Reports, and collating and amplifying member feedback and experiences. It will involve coordinating and facilitating a monthly Reference Group, made up of AODCCC members. Along with engaging and building the AODCCC membership and promoting our organisation through community presentations, group facilitation, outreach, and online engagement. For a full breakdown of what the role will entail, including criteria for applicants, visit and apply through the seek advertisement below. 🔗https://www.seek.com.au/job/83344085?ref=direct-share-hirer-jobs-listThe advertisement will close Wednesday 7th May 2025. ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you a carer or former carer who has had recent experience with the WA guardianship and administration system?Carers WA needs your help to inform their policy submission in response to the review of the Guardianship and Administration Act 1990 (WA).Providing your input will help to shape policy around this Act which supports and protects adults who can't make their own decisions due to disability, illness or other conditions.The review is being undertaken by the WA Law Reform Commission and will include provision of advice and recommendations for consideration by State Government on new legislation to enhance and update the Act. This review is called Project 114. (www.wa.gov.au/government/publications/project-114-guardianship-and-administration) Carers can participate by completing a targeted carer survey or by taking part in a carer consultation session on the review. All of which are developed and run by Carers WA. 📍 To complete the carer survey, visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/J2RCBJC Respondents to this survey will have the opportunity to go into a draw to win one of two $50 Prezzie gift vouchers.Paid consultations will be held on the below dates:- Wednesday 30th April, 10.00am-1.00pm – Online carer consultation session- Monday 5th May, 10.00am-1.00pm – In-person consultation session for First Nations carers- Thursday 8th May, 10.00am-1.00pm – In-person carer consultation session.Payment for the consultation session is $150 (this includes a three-hour consultation session, and 1 hour of pre-requisite reading, at $37.50 per hour). Carers involved in the sessions must have lived experience with the guardianship and administration system and State Administrative Tribunal within the last five years. 📍 To express your interest in taking part in a consultation and for more information please contact the Carers WA Systemic Policy team at policy@carerswa.asn.auPlease direct all questions about this opportunity to Carers WA www.carerswa.asn.au/ ... See MoreSee Less
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