FASD United

Caregiver Support and Resource Navigation Group
2025-10-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-26 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-12 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
Participants will help determine the themes and topics covered to best support their needs. Topics may include:
· Sharing the joys and challenges of caregiving for adults or youth transitioning into adulthood who have FASD or similar neurodiversity/disability.
· Exchanging ideas and sharing successes.
· Strengthening the caregiver-child relationship through a better understanding of your youth or young adult.
· Caregiver resource systems navigation (employment, disability services, financial, medical, educational).
· Supporting transitions and helping to navigate changes in school, employment, life, and daily routines.
· Supporting employment, interpersonal skills, recreation, friendships, relationships, regulation, and interdependence.
· Managing caregiver fatigue and avoiding burnout.

Facilitated by Parent Consultant and now retired Key Worker Coordinator Jill Crichton with additional support provided by practicum student clinicians Jasleen Mann and Dana Patterson.

Creating a safe, interactive space for caregivers to connect, share, and celebrate the journey of Caregiving.

WHEN: BI-WEEKLY MEETINGS ON FRIDAYS 10:00 – 11:30 AM, BEGINNING NOV. 8 2024, UNTIL APR. 25 2025
WHERE: VIA ZOOM
COST: $20.00 (+GST) DROP-IN FEE (IF COST IS A CONCERN, CONTACT US FOR ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS.)
For group access and more information, please email admin@fasdinstitute.com

The Importance of Screening for Prenatal Alcohol Exposure
2025-10-09 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-10-09 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Presented in collaboration by The Florida Center and Proof Alliance, this webinar will explore the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure on child development, learning, and behavior. Designed for healthcare professionals, nurses, public health workers, health educators, social workers, community health workers, doulas, and anyone providing prenatal care, the training highlights the importance of screening and documentation to guide effective support. It includes practical examples, questions, and protocols to help connect families with appropriate resources and services.

FASD United Weekly Policy Drop-in
2025-10-08 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-10-01 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-09-17 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-09-10 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Via Zoom
Do you have a question about advocating for The FASD Respect Act? Want to give and receive updates? This weekly Zoom drop-in session is a great space to do it. The dedicated staff of the FASD United Policy Team will be on hand to answer your questions, give support, and cheer you on!

The Zoom drop-in is held on Wednesdays at Noon Eastern, 11 am Central, 10 am Mountain, 9 am Pacific, 8 am Alaskan, and 6 am Hawaiian time. https://zoom.us/j/94210118165?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 942 1011 8165 Passcode: [REDACTED]

FASCETS Center for Neurodiversity TRAINING Brain-Based Conditions Including FASD: Understanding & Application of the FASCETS Brain-Based Approach
2025-10-07 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-30 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-23 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-16 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The FASCETS brain-based approach explores the concept that we each have strengths and challenges based on how our brain works. These can be directly informed by our genetic make-up or by pre or postnatal events. In both our 15-hour upcoming training, we discuss the FASCETS brain-based or neurobehavioral approach which links brain function with behaviors, leading to supports that work and make a difference for all brain-based differences such as FASD, ADHD, Autism, Dementia, TBI and more!
Join us for a deep dive into the 15-hour Live webinar to learn more about the FASCETS brain-based approach and discover tools to implement it in all settings in order to create person-specific supports regardless of the source of the brain-based difference: FASD, ASD, ADHD, autism, dementia, acquired brain injuries…) It is effective for all people across their entire lifespan.
If you are someone who lives with, works with or knows someone with a confirmed or suspected brain-based difference, this workshop is for you!
To learn more about these and all of our other upcoming trainings and to register, visit: https://www.fascets.org/book-online

Families Rising 50th Annual Adoption and Foster Care Conference
2025-10-06 00:00 - 2025-10-08 23:59 (America/New_York) | Orlando, Florida, 5780 Major Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
Join us in Orlando, Florida October 6-8, 2025 for an educational event that covers a wide variety of foster care and adoption related topics—to meet the diverse needs and experience levels of adoptive, foster, and kinship parents, child welfare professionals, and individuals with lived childhood experience in adoption or foster care. Additional info on Families Rising website.

Affiliate Access
2025-10-02 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Online
The FASD United Affiliate Network Executive Council Meeting is held the 1st Thursday of each month at 4:30 pm Eastern. This meeting is open to Affiliate Executive Council Members only. To view a list of your Executive Council Members, click here: Affiliate Executive Council
Members of the FASD United Affiliate Executive Council will be emailed a zoom link prior to the meeting. To add an agenda item or for questions about the Affiliate Executive Council, email baldwin@fasdunited.org.
For more information on becoming an FASD United Affiliate, go to www.nofasaffiliatenetwork.org/join/

Rethinking ABA: Supporting Brain-Based Differences (FASD) with Compassion and Science
2025-09-29 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Examines ABA limitations for FASD, stressing the importance of brain-based understanding
This training offers a compassionate, brain-based perspective on using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), providing a foundational overview, practical strategies, and addressing common challenges and misconceptions—especially the idea that ABA is only for autism. Families, educators, service providers, and ABA professionals will gain the tools and understanding needed to make informed, individualized decisions and better support neurodiverse learners.
Learning Objectives:

Implement ABA strategies that incorporate slower pacing, visuals, and relationship-based supports for children with FASD.
Align ABA approaches with the neurological needs of children, emphasizing flexibility and executive function.

Equip caregivers to advocate for compassionate, FASD-informed ABA services.

Presenters:

Sydney Finkenbine, M.Ed ., BCBA, LBA, COBA
Sydney Finkenbine is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), former foster parent to teens affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), and co-founder of ALL Integrated YOU, a program focused on lifelong, accessible support. She is also the Behavioral Health Director at CAMP – A FASD Community, where she leads a team creating enriching, supportive experiences for youth. Passionate about trauma-informed care and family collaboration, Sydney also values elevating lived experience.
Emma Thomas, Ph.D., BCBA, LBA
Emma is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D) and co-founder of ALL Integrated YOU. With over 18 years of experience, she has supported individuals with disabilities across diverse settings. Emma is committed to person-centered outcomes and uses evidence-based practices to promote independence and improve quality of life for individuals and their families.

FASD: Considerations for Criminal Justice Practitioners
2025-09-26 12:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
An Introduction to Understanding FASD and Recommendations for Criminal Justice Considerations.
This webinar will focus on a short history and explanation related to the overall spectrum attributed to fetal alcohol disorders. It will touch briefly upon recognition of ‘red flags’ and will touch upon what is considered and necessary in relation to a diagnosis. Focusing on how impactful FASD is on the justice system as a whole, and what tends to differentiate FASD from other intellectual disabilities, tips of the trade and considerations related to policing, corrections, the courts, and probation/parole will be introduced with a heavy emphasis on recommendations of the American Bar Association (ABA) stemming from their standing resolution in regard to Fetal Alcohol. Key takeaways:

Basic understanding of what FASD is, how it is diagnosed, and supports needed.
Considerations law enforcement personnel should include during investigations with individuals affected by FASD.
Guidance for corrections personel in establishing communication and routines for FASD affected individuals.
Provide court personnel an awareness and understanding of FASD to take into account during sentencing for rehabilitation.

Presented by: Captain Holloman has been with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) since March of 1995. He has certifications in internal affairs, CALEA/APCO accreditation management, field training, traffic crash reconstruction, computer forensics, crime analysis, and homicide investigations. He holds a Master of Criminal Justice degree from Boston University and his undergraduate studies were completed at Ball State University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice & Criminology. For fifteen (15) years, he was an adjunct faculty member in the Criminal Justice Department at Indiana Tech. On a personal note, Captain Holloman is the father of a son who is on the fetal alcohol spectrum and as a result he is passionate about the need to educate others about the supports necessary for those on the spectrum to have the ability to succeed in life. By recognizing the needs of those on the spectrum, through both personal and professional experiences, Captain Holloman seeks out ways to educate those willing to listen on what an affected person needs and why so that the lessons he and his son had to learn over the course of fifteen undiagnosed years can be used in the hopes of improving the life potential of others like his son.

FASD United Policy Forum
2025-09-24 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Via Zoom
The monthly forum is a regularly scheduled virtual meeting to brief advocates and guide policy outreach. The meetings are open to all FASD advocates. You can help ensure action on critical FASD legislation by joining the monthly FASD policy virtual forum and preparing to engage with your senators and representatives. Click to join the forums live on Zoom or participate by phone using the number nearest your location.
Meeting ID: 892 5829 4486 Passcode: [REDACTED]
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Supporting Children with FASDs in School: Effective Strategies for Pediatricians
2025-09-24 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Event link: https://bit.ly/fasdwebinar03
AAP webinar
This webinar, sponsored by the AAP Council on School Health (COSH), aims to highlight the importance of supporting children with FASDs in educational settings and fostering effective collaboration between pediatricians, parents, and school professionals. The session will cover practical strategies and guidance on the pediatrician’s role in special education services and broader school-based supports. Presenters: Council on School Health (COSH) & Elizabeth Cleveland, PhD, CCC-SLP

Lifelong Support for Individuals with FASD: Foundations in the Towards Healthy Outcomes Curriculum
2025-09-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Via Zoom
The foundational training introduces participants to the Towards Healthy Outcomes curriculum developed by Dr. Jacqueline Pei. Designed for those working with individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), the session provides an overview of the THO framework, its guiding principles, and its application across the lifespan. The goal is to build a solid understanding of the model, setting the stage for more in-depth exploration in future sessions.
Learning Objectives: 1. Gain an overview of the structure and purpose of the THO curriculum, including its holistic, lifespan-focused approach to supporting individuals with FASD. 2. Learn about the three foundational beliefs of the curriculum: a developmental perspective, a strengths-based and empowering approach, and the influence of interactive systems. 3. Prepares participants for future training by outlining how the THO framework can be used to create individualised, supportive strategies across various life domains.
Presenter: Jacqueline Pei, R. Psych., PhD
Dr. Jacqueline Pei is a Professor in School and Clinical Child Psychology and an Assistant Clinical Professor in Pediatrics at the University of Alberta. With over 20 years as a Registered Psychologist, her work focuses on supporting healthy outcomes for marginalized youth through research and community partnerships. She began her career in forensic counseling and now leads projects on child development and neuropsychology. Learn more about her work at: https://sites.google.com/ualberta.ca/accert

Families Moving Forward (FMF) Specialist Training
2025-09-19 10:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-12 10:30 - 16:30 UTC | Via Zoom
FMF Foundations is a CDC-recommended, evidence-based behavioral intervention for families raising children (ages 3 to 13) with prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) or FASD, and challenging behavior. Best suited for mental health providers, it offers ready-to-use materials and clinical strategies that are well organized to support families navigating complex situations, including early adversity and family stress. You’ll receive an application after completing the registration.. The application deadline is July 28, 2025.
Training dates are Aug 18, 19, 26 & Sept 2, 12* or 19*, 2025. (* dependent on size)
Join an International Movement in FASD Intervention
Families Moving Forward Foundations (formerly Families Moving Forward Program) stands as one of only four CDC-recommended interventions for FASD, representing a breakthrough in supporting families affected by prenatal alcohol exposure. As an FMF Specialist, you’ll be equipped to transform challenging behaviors into manageable solutions, while providing families with hope and practical strategies that work.
Comprehensive Training Experience

Over five intensive days, you’ll master an evidence-based intervention that combines:

Positive Behavior Support (PBS) approaches
Motivational Interviewing techniques
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies
Neurodevelopmentally-informed care practices

What You’ll Learn:

Practical understanding of FASD’s brain-based impact on behavior
Advanced techniques for reframing challenging behaviors
Customizable intervention strategies for diverse family needs
Realistic behavior planning and development of accommodations
Evidence-based methods to increase parenting efficacy
Strategies to decrease disruptive behaviors through understanding

Program Structure:

Core Training Dates: August 18, 19, 26 & September 2, 12 or 19*, 2025 (9/12 or 9/19 depending on training size)
Daily Schedule: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Format: Virtual, interactive sessions
FMF Specialist Training Cost: $2,500
Intervention Fidelity Training: 12-18-hour ($150/hour)

The FMF Advantage
Join a dedicated group of professionals equipped to:

Deliver specialized care for a critically underserved population
Access comprehensive intervention materials through the FMF Website Portal
Implement flexible sessions adaptable to both in-person and telehealth delivery
Receive ongoing support from leading experts in the field
Connect with a national network of FASD-informed providers (FASD United)

Expert Guidance:
Train with Dr. Anika Trancik, a pioneering force in FASD intervention:

20+ years of specialized FASD expertise
Original FMF Program development team member
Former Clinical Psychologist at Florida’s premier FASD Clinic
Primary National FMF Trainer

Professional Recognition:

30 CE credits for Florida providers (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, CMSW)
CDC-recommended intervention
Listed in the California Evidence-Based ClearingHouse for Child Welfare
Approved to deliver evidence-based intervention

Eligibility Requirements:

Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field
Professional licensure (or in supervision process)
Clinical service delivery qualification
Training in Motivational Interviewing and CBT

Valued Experience:

Previous FASD training or clinical work
Experience with standardized testing
Advocacy experience in FASD community

Your Path to Becoming an FMF Specialist

Request an application through the “Request” button below (no fee)
You will receive the training application by email
Submit your application and resume to Training@TheFloridaCenter.org
Application deadline: Monday, July 28, 2025
Upon approval, secure your spot with payment
Begin your journey! We’re so excited to have you join us

Limited to 12 participants – Early application strongly recommended
Beyond Training
As an FMF Specialist, you’ll be equipped to:

Transform family dynamics in your community
Provide evidence-based support for complex cases
Build a specialized practice in FASD intervention
Join a supportive network of FASD professionals
Make a lasting impact on families affected by FASD/PAE

FMF Specialists report transformative results:
“Caregivers experience profound ‘light bulb moments’ when they finally understand their child’s behavior through the FMF lens. The program provides exactly what families need, when they need it.”

Affiliate Network Meeting
2025-09-18 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Online
The FASD United Affiliate Meeting is held on the third Thursday of each month at 3 p.m. Eastern. It is open to individuals from Affiliate organizations only.
Affiliate members will receive an email with Zoom information prior to the meeting. For more information on becoming an FASD United Affiliate, go to www.nofasaffiliatenetwork.org/join/

Affiliate Access
2025-09-18 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Online

FASD Changemakers: Their Journey and Impact
2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Via Zoom
Challenges and Changes: The Story of How the FASD Changmakers Came to Be and Do What They Do”
Twenty years ago, two adults with FASD came together to challenge the system’s status quo. They decided to do something no one really thought people with FASD could do – change the message because if they didn’t …. who would? Because it is what you DO with your experience that changes things… NOT the experience itself. Today, they number 16 core leadership members in what is now the Adult Leadership Collaborative (ALC) of FASD Changemakers and lead the work that is changing the direction and thinking in the field of FASD. As they say, “FASD is an origin story; it is NOT a destination.” So, this is the story of how it all came to be, what are the lessons learned, how does it work, and like all those stories thought to be fairy tales, begins with “Once Upon a Time”…. Presenters are Adult Leadership Committee (ALC) FASD Changemakers CJ Lutke from Vancouver, and Maggie May from Ireland.

FASD Impact Week 2025
2025-09-15 08:00 - 2025-09-17 17:00 (America/New_York) | Royal Sonesta Washington, Dupont Circle, 2121 P St NW,, Washington, DC, 20037, United States
Join advocates, clinicians, researchers, and professionals from around the country for three days of advocacy, action, collaboration, and community from September 15 to 17, 2025, in Washington, DC. Impact Week is your opportunity to use your voice to give FASD a seat at the table. Through workshops, advocacy, and symposiums, we will empower the community to envision a brighter future for people with FASD and gather at Capitol Hill to educate our legislators on this “not rare” disability. 2025 What to Expect – Impact Week
Impact Week is FREE for all attendees.

FASD : Never Alone
2025-09-13 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Dawson_Creek) | Virtual
This support group is for adults with FASD (18 & up). There will be engaging discussions, education, relationships, therapeutic, resources sharing, networking, and advocacy.

Twice Monthly: Saturdays, 12 p.m. PST

Move FASD 2025 - Albany NY
2025-09-13 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Albany Skyway, 19 Quackenbush Square, Albany, NY, NY, 12207, United States
JFO is inviting the community to join us on Saturday, Sept. 13th at 9am to gather and walk across the beautifulAlbany Skyway in downtown Albany, NY. Register in advance and receive a FREE JFO/Move FASD t-shirt. Be part of a sea of red moving across the Skyway bringing awareness to FASD.

From Crayons to Caps & Gowns: Understanding FASDs Across the School-Age Spectrum
2025-09-10 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Event link: https://bit.ly/fasdwebinar02
AAP webinar
This webinar will provide primary care clinicians with the tools they need to coordinate care for children with FASD from school-age to young adulthood. The session will focus on identifying and managing neurobehavioral and medical concerns at different developmental stages. Participants will learn about medical, therapeutic, and pharmaceutical considerations. Presenter: Adiaha Spinks-Franklin, MD, MPH, FAAP

Identifying and Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders ToxTime
2025-09-09 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) are not rare; they’re just rarely diagnosed. This interactive presentation will help attendees understand the impact of FASDs in the United States, where approximately 5% of the population is affected, as well as identify those affected by prenatal alcohol exposure. Prevention, intervention, and treatment will also be addressed.
In this ToxTime webinar, join Guida Brown as she discusses FASDs in preparation for September’s FASD Awareness Month.
A recording of the presentation and a certificate of attendance will be available 24-48 hours after completion. You must be subscribed to our mailing list to receive a certificate.
