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FASD United (previously the National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome) is a non-profit public health charitable organization focused on the issue of fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). FASD United was founded in 1990 as the National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome to advocate for improved public policy for people affected by FASD, provide resources for people living with FASD, and educate the public about FASD and the risks of drinking alcohol while pregnant. The organisation has a network of over 40 affiliates around the United States.[citation needed]
| Formation | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-profit public health charitable organization |
| Purpose | The issue of fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders |
FASD United works in collaboration with several U.S. government agencies, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2010, the CDC awarded a four-year cooperative agreement with the organisation to increase FASD support services.[1]
Susan Shepard Carlson is the chair of the board and Tom Donaldson is the President and CEO of the organisation.[2]
Programs include:
- Information clearinghouse of FASD facts and research
- Support group for families with FASD
- Peer mentoring group of birth mothers to children with FASD (Circle of Hope Birth Mothers Network)
- Medical student curriculum
- Public awareness campaigns, social media outreach
- Trainings on FASD for doctors and public health professionals
- Legislative/public policy advocacy
References
edit- ^ "CDC - FASD, Training and Education - NCBDDD". Cdc.gov. 2013-04-15. Retrieved 2013-08-30.
- ^ "FASD United board of directors". Retrieved 2024-11-05.
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