FASD-CAN (Fetal Acohol Spectrum Disorder Care Action Network) is a New Zealand-based, non-profit, incorporated society made up of parents, caregivers, extended whānau and professionals.
Most of our board members have been through the FASD journey with their own children. With lived experience, we know what you're going through and we know what you need.
Our vision is to ensure wider public knowledge of FASD, to push for more access to disability support and services, and to help understand and support individuals with FASD and their caregivers so they can live their best lives.
We provide general information, help with diagnosis, funding, the justice system, housing and more on your FASD journey.
There's so much to know about FASD – we have info for educators, employers, health professionals and the justice sector.
We have tips and strategies, webinars, crisis support, contacts and educational material for caregivers and whānau.
We advocate for the rights, interests, welfare and inclusion of people with FASD in Aotearoa New Zealand, including the right to have their disability recognised.
We coordinate and run whānau and caregiver support groups nationwide and partner with other disability groups, carers and inclusive education groups.
We aim to increase awareness and understanding of FASD, reduce stigma and increase knowledge of this neurodisability in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Alcohol is a 'teratogen' – a substance that reaches the baby in utero and can change the structure and function of developing organs. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is a lifelong brain injury that will not 'get better'. But if diagnosed early enough, the effects can be mitigated.
We're a group of committed caregivers and whānau, service providers and health professionals. We meet regularly to discuss current issues relating to FASD in New Zealand, and how our organisation can grow public awareness and support families working through their FASD challenges.
Sign up to receive more information such as relevant news or events – it’s free, there’s no requirement for input from you, and there are some great benefits built in. By joining FASD-CAN you’ll gain access to specific resources, advocacy, webinars and hui. You'll be sent a free printed copy of our Handbook, and if you are a parent/caregiver or FASD individual you will also be able to apply for some funding support under our Whānau Direct Grant Scheme.
But even better – by becoming part of our team, you’d be helping us out. Staying informed and sharing information with others means you’ll be walking alongside us as we campaign for those impacted by FASD for the right to live their best lives.
Join us now!
FASD-CAN is grateful for support from the Ministry of Health NZ, the Rātā Foundation and Oranga Tamariki.
For information on becoming a funder or sponsor please contact us at [email protected]
Monday 04 July, 12:00pm
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Basic knowledge of FASD is something we're asked for all the time – by caregivers and whā...
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Thursday 28 July, 10:30am
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Life with FASD - Understand and Connect with Aroha - A course for parents, grandparents, w...
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Monday 01 August, 12:30pm
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The PATH planning tool helps individuals and whānau to think about where they are in terms ...
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10 June 2022
Recent links to press articles about neurodisability in the youth court.
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02 June 2022
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Towards Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in New Zealand E...
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19 April 2022
A FASD-CAN member's research project which aims to guide information development and deliver...
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09 March 2022
A documentary by Paula Penfold (research and reporting) and Louisa Cleave (research and prod...
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21 November 2021
FASD-CAN Inc was pleased to hear that the University of Auckland has received a Health Resea...
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15 November 2021
On October 29, 2021, Minister for Disability Issues Carmel Sepuloni and Health Minister Andr...
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30 September 2021
At the end of September 2021, Disability Rights Commissioner Paula Tesoriero and outgoing Ch...
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24 September 2021
Alcohol Healthwatch and University of Auckland's School of Population Health co-hosted FASD ...
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