Strengthening the
Voice of the Sector

NIADA is the alliance which facilitates co-operation among voluntary and community sector organisations supporting those affected by alcohol and drug use, and their families

What We Do
Niada

NIADA was established in 2016

NIADA’s key purposes are to:

  • Provide a cohesive voice for members
  • Advocate and influence policy, practice and service delivery
  • Campaign for the voluntary and community sector to be involved in the development, design and delivery of drug and alcohol services
  • Provide members with direct access to PHA, HSCB and DoH decision making processes
  • Provide members with networking, information sharing and publicity opportunities

 

NIADA Working Groups

NIADA continue to focus on a number of key issues within our working groups

More Info

The Public Health Agency and Health Service Executive have issued a warning for people who may use drugs at concerts, festivals and in nightlife settings this summer, with an increased risk due to high strength MDMA, as well as new drugs in circulation such as pink powders.
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New NISRA figures show 251 drug-related deaths in 2024 – the highest on record.
Behind every statistic is a life lost and families impacted.
We must continue to raise awareness, support services, and ensure help is accessible when it’s needed most.

https://www.nisra.gov.uk/publications/drug-related-and-drug-misuse-deaths-2014-2024

Yesterday we held our APG on Dual Diagnosis and Addiction at Stormont. The focus of the meeting was Rapid Drug Testing in N.Ireland. Thank you to @AnniecampbellA for presenting, @DannyDonnelly1 for hosting and all those who attended and participated in a great discussion.

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