Newsletter and IYOP Initiatives Australian Coalition '99

AC '99 Update - Edition No. 3 (August 1998)
NEW NATIONAL PARTNERS

Australian Coalition '99 welcomes the following new partner organisations:

Outward Bound Foundation

Outward Bound has been running physical and personal development programs throughout Australia since 1956. An exciting new program called "Young At Heart" for people aged 50+ years was successfully launched earlier this year and is part of OBA’s commitment to providing opportunities for all Australians. The next "Young At Heart" program will be run in Western Australia from 27 September - 5 October 1998.

Contact: Mr Scott Porteous
Phone: (02) 6237 5158
Fax: (02) 6237 5224
Email: info@outwardbound.com.au

Sane Australia

Sane Australia is a national charity that helps people seriously affected by mental illness through applied research, development of resources for consumers, carers and professionals and campaigning for improved services and attitudes.

Contact: Ms Barbara Hocking
Phone: (03) 9682 5933
Fax: (03) 9682 5944
Email:sane@sane.org

The National Asthma Campaign

The NAC is the peak body for asthma in Australia. Its functions are to provide the latest information on asthma management to health professionals, conduct national public education campaigns and develop and implement policy on asthma issues in conjunction with other interested bodies and individuals.

Contact: Ms Kristine Whorlow
Phone: (03) 9214 1476
Fax: (03) 9214 1400
Email:nac@netlink.com.au

TRANX

Tranquilliser Recovery and New Existence Inc (TRANX) provides a state-wide service with a strong consumer focus, in 3 main areas: treatment, providing resources and education and prevention programs. TRANX also provides counselling treatment for panic and anxiety disorders.

Contact: Ms Gwenda Cannard
Phone: (03) 9889 7355
Fax: (03) 9889 1022
Email: tranx@alphalink.com.au

© Copyright Australian Coalition 99 & The United Nations