FASD 101 - Creating FASD-Informed Communities

Mushkegowuk Health’s Family Services team is pleased to invite you and members of your organization to attend FASD 101: Creating FASD-Informed Communities, a free virtual learning session designed to increase understanding of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and explore practical ways to create more inclusive and supportive communities.

Date: Tuesday, July 14

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Microsoft Teams

This session is open to everyone, including:

• Community organizations

• Health care providers

• Educators

• Front-line workers

• Leadership

• Family members and caregivers

• Anyone interested in learning more about FASD

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Learning Objectives

Participants will:

• Understand what Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is.

• Recognize the common strengths, challenges, signs, and symptoms associated with FASD.

• Learn strategies for creating FASD-informed communities.

• Identify ways communities can become more inclusive and supportive.

• Explore practical approaches to reducing stigma, removing barriers, and improving outcomes.

Together, we can build greater understanding, reduce stigma, and create environments where individuals with FASD are supported to thrive.

Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues, staff, and community members who may be interested.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Caitlyn Small, Regional FASD Coordinator

705-658-4222 ext 130

caitlynsmall@mushkegowuk.ca