Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference and hidden disability that is frequently misunderstood across health, education, justice and community systems. While awareness of FASD is growing, many systems continue to rely on deficit based models that unintentionally contribute to stigma, misinterpretation of behaviour and system harm, impacting wellbeing across the lifespan.
This interactive workshop, delivered by NOFASD Australia, supports participants to move from awareness to affirmation. Using a neuro affirming, trauma informed and strengths based lens, the session situates FASD within the broader neurodivergent paradigm and explores how language, assumptions and system design directly shape lived experience, identity, access and outcomes.
Participants will engage with practice based examples, reflective activities and applied strategies that focus on reducing unintended system‑related harm and strengthening inclusive practice. The workshop integrates lived experience perspectives with evidence informed approaches, emphasising practical strategies that support regulation, participation, belonging and wellbeing across schools, services, workplaces and communities. Designed to be accessible and flexible, the session supports participants to apply learning immediately within their own professional and community contexts.