September 27-30, 2026
National FASD Impact Week, hosted by FASD United, is a free, annual gathering that brings together individuals with FASD, families, professionals, researchers, agencies, and community partners from across the country.
Impact Week features a range of opportunities designed for all participants, including educational sessions, the FASD Symposium, poster presentations, and community discussions that highlight research, best practices, and living and lived experience. Whether you are new to FASD or deeply involved in the field, Impact Week provides practical insights, resources, and connections you can take back to your community.
More than an event, National FASD Impact Week is a place to build relationships and strengthen the broader FASD community. Participants leave with new knowledge, expanded networks, and a deeper sense of connection to a national movement working to improve outcomes for individuals and families affected by FASD.
Impact Week Agenda
Note that all activities are free*, open to all attendees (unless noted otherwise), and optional. Please attend what interests you and supports you and your goals.
Sunday, 9/27
10:00am – 6:00pm: Registration Desk Open
11:00 – 4:00pm: Board of Directors Annual Retreat (by invitation only)
A closed strategic meeting of the FASD United Board of Directors.
11:00am – 3:30pm: SAMHSA FASD State Virtual Learning Collaborative Grantee Meeting (by invitation only)
A meeting of the FASD State VLC hosted by SAMHSA. State agencies learn together on how best to support FASD in their states. This is a closed meeting available to VLC participants only.
4:30pm – 6:00pm: FASD Poster Exhibition
A professional development opportunity with attendees from many different backgrounds and career areas.
4:30pm – 5:15pm: Session 1
5:15pm – 6:00pm: Session 2
Monday, 9/28
8:00am – 4:00pm: Registration Desk Open
9:00am – 4:00pm: The FASD Symposium, Part 1
Attendees contribute to discussions over 3 sessions to co-create updated national recommendations for progress in the FASD field & community. Recommendations are published as white papers with all participants listed as authors.
9:00am – 9:30am: Welcome and Introduction
9:30am – 9:45am: Intro to Session 1
9:45am – 11:00am: Session 1: Supporting Families
11:00am – 11:15am: Break (15 minutes)
11:15am – 11:30am: Intro to Session 2
11:30am – 12:45pm: Session 2: Improving Research
12:45pm – 2:00pm: Lunch (75 minutes)
2:00pm – 2:15pm: Intro to Session 3
2:15pm – 3:30pm: Session 3: National Forum
3:30pm – 4:00pm: Wrap Up & Closing Remarks
6:30pm – 9:00pm: The Red Shoes Gala
FASD United’s largest fundraiser of the year. The Red Shoes Gala promises a celebration of leaders & champions, good food, auction items, and connection. *Ticket Purchase Required to Attend
6:30pm: Reception and Silent Auction
7:30pm: Program, Live Auction, Dinner
Tuesday, 9/29
8:00am – 4:00pm: Registration Desk Open
8:30am – 12:30pm: Justice Workgroup Meeting (by invitation only)
A closed planning meeting of the FASD United Justice Advisory Committee. Open to committee members and invited guests.
9:00am – 10:00am: Hill Day Kick-Off
Kick-off in the morning with a Policy introduction workshop.
As Scheduled: Hill Day Advocacy Meetings
9:00am – 5:00pm: CDC NPN Meeting (by invitation only)
A meeting for CDC Grantees funded through CDC-RFA-DD22-2201 that are members of the FASD National Partner Network. This is a closed meeting for grantees and invited guests only.
11:45am – 1:00pm: CDC NPN Meeting Lunch Break
1:45pm: Hill Day Group Picture at U.S. Capitol
5:00pm – 6:00pm: Affiliate Meet & Greet
Wednesday, 9/30
A day of sharing, collaboration, and activities with FASD United partner USU CHSR and others while we look at current and emerging research in the FASD field and beyond, as well as a second session of the FASD Symposium.
8:00am – 10:00am: Registration Desk Open
8:30am – 12:30pm: USU CHSR Partners Workshop
8:30am – 8:45am: Welcome
8:45am – 9:30am: Keynote
9:30am – 12:20pm: Workshop Sessions
10:20am – 10:40am: Morning Break
12:20pm – 12:30pm: Closing
12:30pm – 1:30pm: Lunch Break
1:30pm – 3:30pm: The FASD Symposium, Part 2
1:30pm – 3:30pm: Session 4: Federal Programs
3:30pm – 5:00pm: Emerging Research & Reflections
3:30pm – 4:30pm: Emerging Research
3:15pm – 4:00pm: What’s Your Impact?
4:30pm – 5:00pm: Closing
Venue & Lodging
Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport,2799 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA 22202. All National FASD Impact Week events (other than Hill Visits) will be held on-site.
Getting around
- Close access to Capitol Hill, Reagan National Airport, the Metro, National Landing, the Pentagon, and other popular locations.
- Complimentary daily shuttle service to and from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and the DCA Metro Station.
- Shuttle runs every 20 minutes, 4:20 AM – 12:40 AM.
Numerous hotels at various price points are available throughout the area; however, we can keep Impact Week free by having guests stay at the Hyatt at our negotiated rate of $265/night plus tax. Please consider this before booking an alternative hotel.
I have questions; where do I go?
FASD United staff are happy to answer your questions about National FASD Impact Week. Email questions to [email protected].