VAC Welcomes Government’s Ice Action Plan

The Victorian AIDS Council (VAC) congratulates the Victorian Government on today’s
announcement of the Ice Action Plan. The launch of this Ice Action Plan ensures VAC will be able to
continue to deliver its Alcohol & Other Drug Services aimed at reducing the harm associated with ice use
in Victorian LGBTI communities.
The Andrews Government’s $45.5 million action plan has a focus on reducing the harm associated with ice
use by assisting families, supporting frontline workers, using education campaigns for drug-use prevention,
reducing the supply of ice, and increasing support services. This includes addressing the specific needs of
the LGBTI communities affected by ice use in Victoria.
“With concerns over the impact ice use has on HIV risk reduction strategies as well as the ongoing health
and wellbeing of our community, we welcome this announcement,” said VAC CEO Simon Ruth. “We look
forward to working with Minister Foley on further improving health outcomes for the LGBTI communities.”
The Ice Action Plan is available online at: www.premier.vic.gov.au/ice-action-plan
For more information on VAC’s current Alcohol & Other Drug Services, go to: www.vac.org.au/AODServices