Join us for a 4-Session Training Series kicking off March 5th. Session #1: FASD in a Nutshell / Deep Dive into Risk Factors (March 5th – 10-11:30am EST) Define FASD and associated conditions, symptoms, risk factors, and explain why alcohol is dangerous to a developing fetus. Explain the prevalence of FASD un the US and […]
Register Here Explore the intersection of mental health and Florida’s Criminal Justice System with a focus on how Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) impact legal outcomes. Gain insights into the gap between courtroom experts and clinical care providers, the challenges faced by individuals with FASD, and the critical role of mental health mitigation experts in […]
Of all substances of abuse, alcohol causes the most serious long-term effects in a fetus, resulting in permanent brain damage. Many children with FASDs often go undiagnosed and suffer lifelong social challenges, serious mental health problems, and involvement with the juvenile justice system. Proper identification and intervention can help prevent many of these challenges. This […]
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) affect an estimated 2 to 5 percent of children nationwide, yet many go undiagnosed due to high assessment costs, long wait times, stigma, and limited trained providers. Few interventions exist for this population. In this presentation, Drs. Blake Gimbel and Jeffrey Wozniak—child psychologists and FASD researchers—will share details about their […]
Learn strategies to help neurodiverse and trauma-affected children navigate online safety and digital challenges. Who else misses the days before parenting came with digital dilemmas? Technology safety is a concern for all families, but even more so for those raising children with trauma histories or neurodiverse needs. These children may be more vulnerable to the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The first of two published researches with the Adult Leadership Collaborative Changemakers. It was long suspected that adults with FASD face more health issues than the general population, but research was lacking—mainly because adults were hard to find. In 2016, the ALC launched a 260-question health survey for adults with diagnosed FASD, with only technical software […]
From Florida to the world — The Florida Center Training Institute brings FASD support everywhere. Empowering caregivers and professionals globally with tools that make a difference. No matter where you are, you belong here. Of all substances of abuse, alcohol causes the most serious long-term effects in a fetus, resulting in permanent brain damage. Many children […]
Join us for Early Childhood Court: A Collaborative Approach to Child Well-Being on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. EST (11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. CST, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. MST, and 9:00–11:00 a.m. PST). This training is ideal for professionals working in child welfare, early childhood, health, behavioral health, and legal systems. Team leaders […]
Learn how the Texas FASD Network connects families and professionals to critical FASD resources. This session will walk through the Network’s website resources, provider directory, training opportunities, and advocacy initiatives designed to improve awareness, access to services, and outcomes for Texans with FASD.
