Author: Andy Kachor
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In Loving Tribute to Jeanne Mahoney
All of us at FASD United are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and FASD champion Jeanne Mahoney. For many years, Jeanne served as the main point of contact between FASD United and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the FASD United team always regarded Jeanne as much as…
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Champions in FASD Advocacy, Awareness, Justice, Research, Service, and Affiliate of the Year Celebrated at Circle of Stars Event
FASD United hosted the second annual Circle of Stars, a night in celebration of the FASD community, on Friday, December 9, 2022. The virtual event was held on Zoom and live-streamed on Facebook. The full event can be viewed on YouTube here. The fast-paced hour-long event highlighted achievements in the field of FASD, featured exciting…
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FASD United Statement in Response to Nikolas Cruz Sentencing Trial
While FASD United does not typically comment on specific individuals affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), due to the publicity surrounding this case the organization has issued the following statement (updated October 13, 2022): The jury in the Nikolas Cruz sentencing trial has returned a verdict determining that Cruz will be sentenced to life…
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Thousands of Students and Families Will Get Much Needed Support from California Law Naming FASD as a Condition Qualifying for Special Education
FASD United is thrilled by the passage of a landmark law in California, SB 1016, that for the first time specifies Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) as a named condition that qualifies a person to receive special education services under the category “Other Health Impairment.” This will improve the lives of thousands of people living…