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Positive Choices is an online portal to help Australian schools and communities access evidence based alcohol and other #drugeducation resources

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Have you heard of Strong & Deadly Futures? It's a school-based alcohol and drug prevention program for #Aboriginal and #TorresStraitIslander secondary students that incorporates cultural strengths, and focuses on empowering students! For more info, visit: positivechoices.org.au/teachers/stron…

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Did you know that #cigarette smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, many of which are harmful toxins? Tomorrow for this year's #WorldNoTobaccoDay, think twice about tobacco use (e.g. #smoking) and the huge risk it poses to your health. Learn more here: positivechoices.org.au/students/tobac…

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REGISTER for our FREE webinar next Wednesday 11th June at 12pm AEST! → positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin… Presented by @LearningwithFASD, you'll learn about the impacts of #FASD or #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with FASD.

REGISTER for our FREE webinar next Wednesday 11th June at 12pm AEST!
→ positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin…

Presented by @LearningwithFASD, you'll learn about the impacts of #FASD or #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with FASD.
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Today is UN Environment Programme #WorldEnvironmentDay! Littered nicotine products and their packaging are a growing environmental concern in Australia. Our blog post looks at how disposable vapes are harming the environment: positivechoices.org.au/blog/the-envir…

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LAST CHANCE to register for our FREE webinar this Wednesday 11th June at 12pm AEST! → positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin… Join the @LearningwithFASD team as they explore the impacts of #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with #FASD.

LAST CHANCE to register for our FREE webinar this Wednesday 11th June at 12pm AEST!
→ positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin…

Join the @LearningwithFASD team as they explore the impacts of #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with #FASD.
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LAST CHANCE to register for our FREE webinar this Wednesday 11th June at 12pm AEST! → positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin… Join the @LearningwithFASD team as they explore the impacts of #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with #FASD.

LAST CHANCE to register for our FREE webinar this Wednesday 11th June at 12pm AEST!
→ positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin…

Join the @LearningwithFASD team as they explore the impacts of #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with #FASD.
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#Parents - do you find it difficult to have conversations with your teenager about their alcohol or drug use? Check out these recommended videos which show a motivating, non-confrontational approach that you can use when talking with teens: positivechoices.org.au/parents/how-to…

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#Teachers and #SchoolStaff: have you heard of OurFutures? Access curriculum-aligned #HealthEducation courses proven to reduce alcohol and drug use + related harms among Australian secondary school students. To view a list of their available courses, visit ourfuturesinstitute.org.au/modules-we-off…

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Have you heard a term or street name for a drug but not sure what it is? 🤔 Check out our glossary of slang terms for alcohol and other drugs! Here you'll also find links to our Drug A to Z factsheets to help you learn about the effects of each drug. 🔗 positivechoices.org.au/students/gloss…

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Missed out on our webinar with @Pos_Choices last week? Catch up here to learn about the development of our secondary resources, and the strategies that educators can use to help students with #FASD engage in learning. ow.ly/YFwG50WbkFH

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Did you know that several of our parenting resources are available in Arabic, Hindi, Simplified Chinese and Simplified English? To access these + other resources suitable for culturally and linguistically diverse communities, visit positivechoices.org.au/culturally-and…

Did you know that several of our parenting resources are available in Arabic, Hindi, Simplified Chinese and Simplified English? To access these + other resources suitable for culturally and linguistically diverse communities, visit positivechoices.org.au/culturally-and…
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Watch the full recording of our latest webinar with @LearningwithFASD! positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin… In this webinar, you'll learn about the impacts of #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with #FASD.

Watch the full recording of our latest webinar with @LearningwithFASD! positivechoices.org.au/teachers/webin…

In this webinar, you'll learn about the impacts of #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder + strategies for secondary school staff supporting young people with #FASD.
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Language plays an important role in how we think about alcohol and other drug use. Our new blog post explores how certain terms can increase #stigma and discourage help-seeking, and why using person-first language is key when delivering drug education: positivechoices.org.au/blog/stigma-an…

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It's NAIDOC! This week is about celebrating and recognising the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. If you're a teacher interested in education resources for #NAIDOCWEEK2025, visit: naidoc.org.au/resources/educ… #StrengthVisionLegacy

It's <a href="/naidocweek/">NAIDOC</a>! This week is about celebrating and recognising the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. If you're a teacher interested in education resources for #NAIDOCWEEK2025, visit: naidoc.org.au/resources/educ…
#StrengthVisionLegacy
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Did you know that some of our drug and alcohol resources are available in #Arrernte, #Walrpiri and #TorresStraitIslanderCreole languages? To find resources translated in your local language, visit positivechoices.org.au/aboriginal-and…

Did you know that some of our drug and alcohol resources are available in #Arrernte, #Walrpiri and #TorresStraitIslanderCreole languages? To find resources translated in your local language, visit positivechoices.org.au/aboriginal-and…
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A new study by Cancer Council NSW #GenerationVape project found 85% of teachers are concerned about student #vaping, with "very concerned" rising from 43% to 55% in 12 months. Teachers highlighted a need for consistent strategies to manage vaping in schools: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00…

A new study by <a href="/CCNewSouthWales/">Cancer Council NSW</a> #GenerationVape project found 85% of teachers are concerned about student #vaping, with "very concerned" rising from 43% to 55% in 12 months. Teachers highlighted a need for consistent strategies to manage vaping in schools: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00…
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When it comes to #drugeducation resources for the classroom, how do you know what's effective? #Teachers - check out this factsheet so you know what to look for when selecting a school-based prevention program for your students: positivechoices.org.au/teachers/schoo…

When it comes to #drugeducation resources for the classroom, how do you know what's effective?
#Teachers - check out this factsheet so you know what to look for when selecting a school-based prevention program for your students: positivechoices.org.au/teachers/schoo…
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#Vaping continues to make headlines—but what impact does this have? Our latest blog post unpacks how media coverage can shape perceptions of vaping + highlights the importance of clear, evidence-based communication with teens: positivechoices.org.au/blog/vaping-in…

#Vaping continues to make headlines—but what impact does this have? Our latest blog post unpacks how media coverage can shape perceptions of vaping + highlights the importance of clear, evidence-based communication with teens: positivechoices.org.au/blog/vaping-in…
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Inhalants are risky for young people. Knowing why they’re used can help parents respond with care. Check out this article by Alcohol and Drug Foundation to learn more: adf.org.au/insights/inhal…

Inhalants are risky for young people. Knowing why they’re used can help parents respond with care. Check out this article by <a href="/AlcoholDrugFdn/">Alcohol and Drug Foundation</a> to learn more: adf.org.au/insights/inhal…