New #GetRealPodcast episode! Join Sophie Harrington of NOFASD Australia as she sheds light on the complexities of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Tune in here: buff.ly/Yeqproj #FASD #MentalHealth

NOFASD has confirmed the dates for our online conference “The FASD Forum ’26”. 👉 Mark your diary now to ensure you are able to participate online on Fri 8th & Sat 9th May next year. We only present this conference every second year so you don’t want to miss out! #FASD

Happy Mother's Day! Whether you are a birth Mum, a foster Mum or a member of a child's extended family who has stepped into the mothering role, you are making a key difference to the life of the child who you are nurturing, supporting and loving. #MothersDay #FASD

“The Australian Guidelines for Assessment and Diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder” recommendations have been approved by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). Access the Guidelines at: buff.ly/viOpCRx #FASDdiagnosis #FASD

NOFASD has launched a new booklet “Guide for Parents and Caregivers after a FASD Diagnosis" providing practical information to assist parents and carers. Seen with the booklet are members of NOFASD’s Lived Experience Advisory Group. Download a free copy: buff.ly/bao6Exr

NOFASD & FASD Hub Australia are proud to announce The Hon. Dr Sharman Stone AM as the 2025 recipient of the Sue Miers Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising her 4 decades of work raising awareness & support for those affected by #FASD. Read more: buff.ly/S7cIqYH

👉 A snippet from the important ABC radio segment where Cheryl Dedman, Chair of NOFASD's Board of Directors was interviewed about the recent release of an update to the original 2016 Guidelines for the Diagnosis of FASD, #FASD #FASDdiagnosis #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder

Prof Elizabeth Elliott, Chair of FASD Hub & NOFASD Board member explains key changes in the updated Australian Guidelines for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, which build upon the 2016 Australian Guide to Diagnosis of #FASD. buff.ly/Xh7mUOA

If you're eligible to participate in this important research, NOFASD encourages you to register your interest at: buff.ly/lo8moNB You don't have to have had prior engagement with the justice system to be eligible to participate. #FASD #FASDresearch

On National Sorry Day, NOFASD deeply reflects on the past policies of forced child removal and the irrevocable and ongoing trauma that these policies had on our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, particularly the Stolen Generations. We are sorry. #SorryDay #FASD

The NRW theme, "Bridging Now to Next", highlights the connection between past and present and calls all Australians to take meaningful steps together towards reconciliation. Read our blog to learn how the NOFASD team will be engaging in NRW. 👉 buff.ly/UnQrIx1

If you work in the Out of Home Care sector or are a foster carer, you need to know about #FASD, a lifelong disability caused by exposure to alcohol before birth. See resources for foster carers & workers in this sector: buff.ly/TuaaI4k #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder

NOFASD Board Member, Christine Brooks (at left) and staff member Simone McKenry, attended the opening of The Torch's art exhibition "Confined 16" for National Reconciliation Week (NRW) in Melbourne. ❤💛🖤 Find NRW events you can attend at: buff.ly/UBDIVlO #NRW2025 #FASD

Apply by 30th June to study UWA’s online and self-paced FASD short courses which are suitable for a wide range of professionals & community members. 👉 More info on two courses available at buff.ly/HTV3rPc and buff.ly/T0g0IuC #FASD #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder

A new study led by the Uni of Sydney, published in the “Drug and Alcohol Review” is the first Aust'n study to estimate #FASD prevalence in the general population. Using national-level modelling researchers now estimate a national prevalence rate of 3.64%. buff.ly/ynDx48t

Since April this year, the “Cairns Post” newspaper has been running a campaign titled Cause and Effect to raise awareness of FASD in their community in Far North Queensland. 👉 Read NOFASD's blog to learn more about this campaign. buff.ly/mq99Hv1 #FASD

New study finds 3.64% of Australians may have FASD — a condition caused by alcohol during pregnancy. With PAE rates up to 78%, FASD is more common than many realise. Time to act. #FASD #FASDawareness #PublicHealth 🔗 buff.ly/W48ywyX

Led by Dr Natasha Reid, the webinar will provide an overview of the new guidelines which were published in May 2025 and are the first NHMRC approved guidelines in this area. For more info see: buff.ly/NGi2R3E #FASD

🎧 Looking to learn more about FASD from real voices and experts? NOFASD’s podcast series shares lived experiences, practical advice, and insights to help raise awareness and support. Listen now 👉 buff.ly/6QufMHL #FASD #NOFASD #FASDAwareness #FASDPodcast

NOFASD Australia is moving from X to Bluesky. We invite you to join us there at: nofasdaustralia.bsky.social