Tag: Education
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FASCETS Center for Neurodiversity TRAINING: Brain-Based Conditions Including FASD
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 our upcoming trainings, we discuss the FASCETS brain-based or neurobehavioral approach which links brain function with behaviors, leading to…
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Prenatal Substance Exposure Training for Child Welfare Staff
Creating a Family has developed an evidence-based, specialized training aimed at increasing child welfare professionals’ knowledge of prenatal substance exposure and enhancing their confidence in supporting affected children and their foster, adoptive, and kinship parents. Through Creating a Family’s Prenatal Substance Exposure Training for Child Welfare Staff, participants will be able to recognize the prevalence…
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Red Shoes Gala: Staff Sentiments
The Red Shoes Gala is an event that sparks excitement and support for the FASD community, and, as our largest fundraising event of the year, for the work of FASD United. As we give FASD a seat at the table we want to emphasize building a supportive community and how it feels to be around…
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National Back to School Prep Day: Educational Support for People with FASD
This National Back to School Prep day, FASD United wanted to share some tips and tricks to make the transition into a new school year as smooth as possible for students with FASD. With a prevalence of 1 in 20, there is likely at least 1 student with FASD in every classroom. Students with FASD…
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Let’s Celebrate Disability Pride Month: Interview with Amy Smith and Dr. Cleveland
July is Disability Pride Month, commemorating the signing of the Americans with Disability Act on July 26, 1990. This act marks significant legislation for individuals with disabilities, as it ensures their rights to accessibility, equality, and inclusion in various aspects of public life, such as employment, transportation, and public accommodations. This Disability Pride Month, we…
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Happy National Parent’s Day
National Parents Day is on July 28th, and we want to celebrate this day by specifically acknowledging parents of children with FASD. As a parent of a child with FASD, your journey may be filled with unique challenges, but it is also marked by incredible strength and commitment. Take this day to admire yourself and…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will share what she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection. “Hello everyone,…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will share what she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection. “Unfortunately, this…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will share what she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection. “This week,…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will share what she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection. “This week…