Fasworld Canada

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FASworld Canada is a pro-active, non-profit organization dedicated to the significant reduction of the incidence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and is committed to the following goals: - To build public awareness of the high incidence of FASD; its huge financial cost to taxpayers; the countless tragedies resulting from this invisible disability; and the fact that individuals with FASD can be helped through early diagnosis and community support; - Communicate the message that there is no established safe threshold of alcohol consumption in pregnancy; - To reduce the incidence of secondary disabilities among individuals living with mental or physical damage caused by FASD and other substance-related birth disorders; - Provide support and information to parents, caregivers and professionals dealing with FASD, as well as individuals living with FASD; - Encourage new policies and programs for individuals with FAS and their families, women of childbearing age and their partners, and individuals struggling with alcohol and substance abuse issues; - Work locally, nationally and internationally, with other support groups, individuals and organizations, who indicate a common interest in some or all of these approaches to dealing with FASD.

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