Tag: FASD
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In Remembrance of FASD Self-Advocate Liz Kulp
It is with profound sadness that we share with the community the passing of Liz Kulp, a beloved FASD self-advocate. Liz was a beacon of light, known for her kindness, passion, and care for those around her. Her dedication and spirit have touched people everywhere, and she leaves a legacy of compassion for others and…
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Interview with Pediatric Neuropsychologist Dr. Blake Gimbel: Children’s Awareness Month
Blake Gimbel, PhD, LP FASD United is committed to recognizing children’s health in areas like disability and neurodiversity. The goal is to highlight the importance of early intervention, access to quality healthcare, safe environments, and opportunities for all children, so they can go on to lead fruitful lives. By focusing on these areas, we aim…
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AWHONN 2024
The AWHONN Annual Convention helps to advance the nursing profession by providing nurses with critical information and support to help deliver the highest quality care for women and newborns. The 2024 AWHONN Convention is currently taking place June 7-11 in Phoenix and FASD United’s Jennifer Wisdahl is presenting as we proudly collaborate with and support the CDC’s…
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National Foster Care Month: Another Year with Arnold Eby of the NFPA
Last year, we celebrated National Foster Care Month by interviewing the National Foster Parent Association’s (NFPA) Executive Director Arnold Eby, which you can read here. Child welfare, more specifically foster care, is a table FASD United hopes to secure a steady voice in as we intersect with other knowledgeable groups. This year, as our organizations…
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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…
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Happy Autism Acceptance Day, From the FASD Community!
To acknowledge the day, we hear from FASD United’s own Emma Baldwin, who has words as an autistic self-advocate on how the FASD community and the autistic community can support each other’s advocacy. As we are working to give FASD a seat, we must acknowledge who else is sitting at the table– especially when it…