A new report from Alcohol Change Australia found that despite the National Alcohol Strategy’s aim to reduce harmful #alcohol use by 10% by 2028, there has been little progress towards this goal. We need governments to take action. Read the report at buff.ly/4aLTPIh

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A recording of Australian FASD advocate Jessica Birch; giving a keynote speech at the recent FASD United conference in Seattle. In her speech she addresses the important topic of human rights in relation to #FASD . buff.ly/3UbuRuE

#FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder

If you work in the Out of Home Care sector or are a foster carer, it’s important to know about FASD. Check out these resources on supporting young people with #FASD : buff.ly/3dtaeJf

#FetalAlcoholSpectrumDIsorder #FosterCare

As a spectrum-based condition, #FASD can present very differently from individual to individual - and symptoms of the condition are often incorrectly perceived to be wilful behaviours.Learn more about how this 'hidden' disability can present at: buff.ly/4brpdvx

Congratulations to Jessica Birch who has been awarded the 2024 Heather Jones Community Award for her contribution to awareness and understanding of FASD.
We were thrilled to acknowledge the positive impact Jess has in the #fasd community and beyond at the FASD Forum 24.

Speaking @fasdunited #FASD Research Conference to Discus the importance of a Human Rights based approach in managing the barriers that individuals will face throughout their lifespan. Lets drive prevention through awareness, understanding and support
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Please assist NOFASD by completing a quick online survey. There are just 9 quesions and we value your feedback. It closes on Monday so please take a couple of minutes now to provide your anonymous feedback about some of the resources we provide.
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In this video from UK organisation Me & My FASD, they chat with Rossi, a make up artist with FASD & contestant in the BBC/Netflix TV show 'Glow Up'. Rossi discusses a strategy to assist people with #FASD when they are becoming upset.
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What are you doing on NOFASD's Twitter page?
Our online conference The FASD Forum '24 starts this morning - register now and you can still join us. buff.ly/3vQadIk

#FASD #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder #TheFASDForum

How can you raise awareness & understanding of FASD so that those who are impacted by this life-long condition are better supported in our community? Using the right language is a start. Read our blog to learn more about why this is so important. buff.ly/3L1UnyE

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A mid-point review of the National Alcohol Strategy by Alcohol Change Australia has found minimal or no change in alcohol use or harms since 2019. The evidence is clear that alcohol is causing harm. Change is urgently needed.
Read the report at buff.ly/4aLTPIh

#alcohol #FASD

An insightful blog by Eileen Devine about what she learnt when she unexpectedly lost her voice. 'When I was unable to use my voice as a means of control or a demonstration of power, I had no choice but to do things differently.' Read more at: buff.ly/49Pyhcg

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Watch Anita Gibbs outine the topic she'll cover at The FASD Forum '24 online conference this Friday 3rd May. Register for the conference at: buff.ly/3vQadIk

#FetalAlcoholSpectrumDIsorder #FASD #NeuroDiverse

This is such an important message - especially for those who are involved in caring for an individual with FASD. To do the best you can you need to be informed. Join us at The FASD Forum '24 online conference to increase your knowledge of this condition: buff.ly/3vQadIk

FASD researcher Nicole Hewlett of UQ has co-written a book with Peter d’Abbs called ‘Learning from 50 Years of Aboriginal Alcohol Programs’ which showcases the solution-focused, strengths-based and resilent spirit of Aboriginal people. Read more:
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Prof Elizabeth Elliott AM FAHMS FRSN from the University of Sydney and a NOFASD Board Member will deliver the 2024 Maybanke Lecture in Sydney on Mon 6th May : “A fair go for all kids: tackling fetal alcohol spectrum disorder in Australia”. Book at:
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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.

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The Institute of Alcohol Studies recently released a new addition to its “Explain” series. TItiled “Alcohol and the Heart: Explained”, the video explores alcohol's role in cardiovascular disease and other heart-related issues. buff.ly/3UaSqFa

#alcohol #FASD

This thoughfully written blog provides an insight into what it is like to grow up as the sibling of an individual who has FASD. buff.ly/4b5eaIi

#FASD #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder #NeuroDiverse

A new report from Alcohol Change Australia has found there has been minimal or no change in alcohol use & harms across a range of indicators since the National Alcohol Strategy was introduced in 2019.The time for governments to act is now. Read the report: alcoholchangeaus.org.au