100 leading UK experts call for urgent action on FASD
An open letter signed by more than 100 FASD experts and leaders The National Organisation for FASD has released a call for national leadership on alcohol, pregnancy and FASD from more than 100 of the country’s leading practitioners, researchers and people with FASD and their families who attended the FASD in the UK conference […]
In Memory of Sam Gardiner
The FASD community mourns the loss of an inspiring role model The National Organisation for FASD was deeply saddened by the death of Sam Gardiner, age 24, in a car accident. Many will know of Sam through the fantastic journey he and his mother Jo took in the BBC’s reality show, Race Across the […]
Listening to The Archers?
What is this all about? Fan sites are buzzing about Alice’s recent concerns about her child’s development, wondering if it’s possible that alcohol exposure during pregnancy might have had a role. Listen to The Archers here Here are some facts It’s early days. But it’s actually really positive that the nursery is starting […]
National FASD Trustee Search
National search underway for additional trustees – could this be you? The National Organisation is recruiting! We are looking for new trustees to join our board at this pivotal time for the organisation to help us continue to raise awareness of the risks of prenatal alcohol exposure and to encourage support, diagnosis and wellbeing […]
National FASD Responds to Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund Changes
National FASD’s official statement on cutbacks for adoption and special guardianship support 15 April 2025 The reduction in funding for the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF) will have a significant negative impact on assessments for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and the support provided to families affected by FASD and the 75% […]
Taking the message to the Health and Social Care Committee
The Health and Social Care Committee, led by Chairperson Steve Brine, MP held a session on 6 February, 10:00-10:45 looked at prevention of harm caused by drinking in pregnancy. National FASD’s Chief Executive Sandra Butcher was asked to give oral evidence. In this blog (now updated after the hearing) she describes why this was important […]
Training Newsletter October 2023
As we embark on our journey to raise awareness and provide essential training on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), we’re excited to share our progress for the year thus far. 2023 has been marked by dedication, innovation, and collaboration and we’re thrilled to have you as part of our community. UK Wide Training Over the […]
Thank you Susan Fleisher
National FASD honours and celebrates the legacy of our founder, Susan Fleisher, as her family and friends gather for her 30 October 2023 funeral. “We could never have predicted what a lasting achievement and legacy [Susan Fleisher’s] untiring efforts would produce. National FASD is a fitting memorial to her life.” Michael Attwell, Honorary Vice President, […]
FASD Awareness Month 2023 – A Recap
So, here we are, the last day of FASD Awareness Month 2023. It’s been a busy month as always here at National FASD, but one that we look forward to every year without fail. We, along with dozens of sister organisations in the FASD UK Alliance, do our best to use each September as a […]
International FASD Awareness Day 2023
Today’s the day! It’s International FASD Awareness Day! This is our time to join hands with the international FASD community in raising FASD awareness, as well as celebrating the progress that’s been made and the amazing everyday achievements of people with FASD. This is the 9th day, of the 9th month, picked to remind us […]
