Our purpose is to prevent and minimise the harm caused by alcohol and other drugs in Australia. Shared content does not always equal endorsements.The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is Australia’s leading organisation committed to preventing and minimising the harm caused by alcohol and other drugs.

Core values

- The ADF's presence and activities contribute significantly to the local economy, injecting around $700 million annually into the Northern Territory's economy and constituting about 2.8% of the Territory’s Gross State Product[5].
- The ADF engages in various community and outreach activities, such as providing assistance during natural disasters, school visitation programs, and fostering good relationships with the Indigenous community, which are warmly welcomed and contribute to positive social sentiment[5].
- Recognizing society as a fundamental input to defence capability helps the ADF in raising strategic consciousness, alerting society to strategic threats, and engaging society in diverse ways to support defence initiatives, which can enhance national security and societal well-being[1].
- The ADF's presence and activities can also promote social inclusion, community pride, and inspiration, as seen in the context of major sporting events and other community engagements[3].