Illicit Drugs in Sport
Background
The Australian Government is working with National Sporting Organisations to develop a greater awareness of the dangers of illicit drugs and the impact they can have on our athletes and the broader community.
Through the Illicit Drugs in Sport (IDIS) Program, the Government is supporting National Sporting Organisations to ensure Australian athletes, coaches and administrators have the education and support to make the right choices when it comes to illicit drugs.
Swimming Australia’s IDIS Program
The key messages of our program include:
- Illicit drug use is illegal and harmful to your health
- Illicit drug use can affect your sporting performance
- Illicit drug use can affect your reputation and career
- Illicit drug use can impact on the community who support you
- Swimming is a sport for life and participating in swimming supports a healthy lifestyle
Swimming Australia will continue to align itself with these important messages via the education of it's stakeholders, and through community awareness activities at major swimming events.
Achieve in Sport - Don’t let drugs destroy your future.
The Australian Government is working with Swimming Australia to develop a greater awareness of the dangers of alcohol and illicit drug use.
Swimmers had the opportunity to meet Olympian Thomas Fraser-Holmes at the IDIS Tent during the Australian Open Water Nationals on Sunday 10th February 2013. Information on Illicit Drugs in Sport (IDIS) was distributed as well as giveaways, posters and an opportunity for autographs.
IDIS Resources
Swimming Australia’s Illicit Drugs Policy
List of Prohibited Illicit Drugs
Swimmer's Guide to being a Club Champion
Further Information
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Visit www.idis.gov.au to learn more about the Australian Government’s IDIS initiative or call 02 6210 6000 or email idis@pmc.gov.au
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“For more information about illicit drugs and support services in your area please visit www.drugs.health.gov.au”
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