Alcohol and Injury Prevention Forum: Turning Evidence into Action

Alcohol is the leading risk factor for injury in Australia, accounting for 14% of the total injury burden. Its impact on alertness, coordination, and decision-making increases the risk of injuries such as road crashes, drowning, poisoning, and falls.

Join Injury Matters on Thursday, 19 February 2026, from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm, for the “Alcohol and Injury Prevention Forum: Turning Evidence into Action”, where we will discuss:

• The link between alcohol and injury

• Best practice and harm minimisation

• Alcohol licensing

• Key WA initiatives driving alcohol harm reduction

  • Stronger You, Stronger Mob Campaign

  • City of Stirling Local Drug Action Team

  • The WAVE project

Who should attend?

This forum is suitable for Health Promotion Officers, Public Health Advocates, Injury Prevention Professionals, Policy Officers, Local Government Workers, Health Services, Community Services, and Non-Government Organisations.

Cost: FREE

Please note, this is the in-person registration page.