June 2003

Conference to focus on harm reduction

Practice, politics and policy are the themes of the Anex Harm Reduction Conference to be held at The Malthouse Theatre complex in Melbourne on June 18 and 19.

The conference brings together needle and syringe program (NSP) workers, other service providers including local and State government, injecting drug users and key stakeholders to improve strategies and outcomes in reducing drug-related harm to the whole community.

It will examine, debate and discuss issues relating to the field of harm reduction including the NSP and health services for people who inject.

It will also address demand and supply reduction issues.

Researchers, practitioners and advocates working towards the reduction of drug-related harm from local, national and international perspectives will provide a diversity of presentations and workshops.

Anex is an incorporated association of needle and syringe programs dedicated to the enhancement of the NSP sector and the reduction of drug related-harm to the whole community.

Anex also provides evidence-based education and training on drug harm reduction.

• For further information including a registration kit and scholarship applications, refer to the Anex website www.anex.org.au or contact the conference secretariat at info@anex.org.au or 9417 4838.