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Young people and drugsThrough its consultation forums and own networks the ANCD is well aware that youth drug use is a significant concern to the community. Furthermore, the ANCD acknowledges that young people have relatively limited opportunities to express their concern about the impact of AOD issues on their lives. Consequently, the ANCD has identified young people (12–18 years) as a specific community about which it seeks to gain more information. This process will involve a comprehensive literature review and a series of consultations to ascertain the issues young people face in terms of drugs. The ANCD recognises that research about young people and drugs is continually evolving and that a considerable body of literature exists within Australia and internationally on issues such as the impact of drugs on young people; statistics about young people’s drug use; influences on young people’s drug use behaviour; and young people’s views, attitudes and perceptions about a range of drugs. The ANCD believes that there is an opportunity to build upon the aforementioned and other research, which in conjunction with direct consultation with young people will better inform ANCD members about the issues young people face in relation to drugs. In addition, it will also allow the ANCD to advocate more effectively in its spheres of influence on behalf of young people.
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