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Skye and Lochalsh Drug and Alcohol Forum
​​Purpose of the Skye and Lochalsh Drug and Alcohol Forum
To improve outcomes for individuals, families and communities by preventing and reducing drug and alcohol related harm by:
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Sharing knowledge, data and information to better understand the local needs relating to drug and alcohol prevention, recovery and the demand on local services.
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Sharing Information regarding local, regional and national activity including training, service provision and events
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Highlighting good practice and learning from the Forum to a wider audience.
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Facilitating training and collaborative working.
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Membership
Membership consists of representation from third sector groups, the public and private sector and community members who want to support the objectives of the Forum.
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Working Methods
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The forum will adopt a shared learning approach.
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Forum meetings will be held online every quarter
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The position of Forum Chair and administration support will be reviewed annually.
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A nominated member will act as a communication channel between the Highland Alcohol and Drug Partnership
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If ideas, suggestions, or further actions arise that a Forum member is unable to take forward, the Forum can complete a HWWS Collaboration Ideas Submission Form for potential inclusion in the HWWS Collaboration Delivery Programme.
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​Drug & Alcohol Forum SLWR - Supporting notes for the S&L Collaboration Workshop 18 July 2023
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The Skye and Lochalsh Drug and Alcohol Forum, led by SLCVO, brings together third sector, public sector, and community partners to share learning, strategic action, and strengthen local connections.​
If you would like to take part in a Forum meeting please email jo.ford@slcvo.org.uk
SLWR Drug and Alcohol Forum Directory of Resources and Services
This directory is for the use of third sector groups, service providers and key workers. It includes information on organisations ​
providing direct support, reporting criminal and antisocial behaviour, and resources and training.
​Highland Alcohol and Drug Partnership
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​Highland Alcohol and Drugs Partnership (HADP) is the multi-agency strategic partnership responsible for setting the overarching alcohol and drugs strategy and action plan for Highland.
https://www.highland-adp.org.uk/​
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The Highland Alcohol and Drugs Newsletter is produced regularly to share information on the latest news, upcoming events and training.
Get past copies and subscribe here
​The Scottish Government are committed to preventing and reducing alcohol and drugs harm in Scotland, and also to ensuring high quality, effective interventions, treatment and support services are available when required. You can find information about Policy and actions here