Our Aims
The five core aims at the centre of the AFINet philosophy are:
- To promote a family member-centred approach that recognises the experiences and needs of families affected by a relative’s addiction, without pathologising or blaming family members.
- To encourage and disseminate research internationally that advances understanding of the experiences, circumstances and needs of families affected by addiction.
- To promote evidence-based practice in prevention, treatment and support for affected family members, including the 5-Step Method, and to facilitate the sharing of knowledge, resources and culturally responsive approaches across countries.
- To inform and influence policy and practice by providing research evidence and advocating with governments, international organisations and other decision makers for improved recognition, support and services for affected family members.
- To raise global awareness of the impact of addiction on families and strengthen international collaboration, knowledge exchange and advocacy to improve outcomes for affected family members.
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