Indigenous community action to reduce harms associated with heavy cannabis use in Cape York [ 2010 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Alan Clough (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Darlene Mcnaughton ,  Prof Ernest Hunter ,  Prof Jan Copeland ,  Prof Petra Buettner
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Brief description Cape York Indigenous communities together with Queensland Police, are working to reduce cannabis availability. Community leaders report that cannabis use is widespread in their communities with associated problems such as violence, mental illness and economic hardship. This project will deliver tailored strategies to reduce the demand for cannabis whilst providing support and education about the effects of cannabis and reasons to avoid using it over a three year period.

Funding Amount $AUD 814,163.65

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant