Smashed n Stoned? On the International Stage

An ALAC resource for young people is making its presence felt on the international stage.  Countries as diverse as Cameroon, Zambia, Portugal, Chile and Canada have approached ALAC asking for permission to use Smashed n Stoned?.  Sue Paton, Early Intervention Manager says “I put the first booklet on the Global Alcohol Harm Reduction Network a few months ago.  Since then I’ve been approached by clinicians from four African countries, Pakistan, Portugal, Chile and a group of First Nation Canadians asking for permission to use the resource in their mahi.  It is great to think that what we are producing here is perceived as helpful in so many far flung nations.” continue reading »

July 20 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments »

Have your say… From Big Tobacco to Big Booze

Legalised to kill

The tobacco industry and the liquor industry have a lot in common. They’re both legally entitled to sell a product which frequently kills the user – and sometimes kills innocent victims as well. Both industries are well aware of the damage done by their industries and both have fought vigorously to avoid taking any responsibility for the death and destruction their products cause. continue reading »

July 20 2009 | Opinion Piece | 4 Comments »