The NZ
Public Defence Service, which provides free Legal Aid to those eligible, is presenting two webinars entitled "Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: What Lawyers Need to Know" at the end of March and mid-April.
This is a milestone for both Aotearoa and whānau and individuals affected by FASD and we hope to work with the PDS on an ongoing basis to mutual benefit. Please share this with anyone you know who works in the legal system – it's for all lawyers and they can register at the link below.
Part 1: Why FASD should be recognised as a ‘developmental disability’ that has implications for the Criminal Justice System: Identifying the need for services.
Date: Tuesday 29th March - 4-5:30pm (NZDT)
Venue: Online (meeting link to be provided)
Part 2: Stamping Out Stigma: Establishing the Maternal Alcohol History through Interviews and Investigation
Date: Tuesday 12th April - 3-4:30pm (NZDT)
Venue: Online (meeting link to be provided)
Click
here for more info and to register.
