NOFASD supports:
- families caring for someone with FASD
- people who may have FASD
- professionals supporting those with FASD.
Vision and mission
NOFASD’s vision is to prevent alcohol exposed pregnancies and improve the quality of life for people impacted by FASD across the nation.
For 25 years NOFASD has been the national voice for FASD and supported affected individuals and families.
Founded by Sue Miers AO in 1999 as part of her personal journey to find FASD answers, information and resources, NOFASD is the essential bridge linking those with lived experience with researchers and clinicians.
How NOFASD can help
- NOFASD initiatives expand awareness, support research, facilitate policy changes and provide crucial support services.
- In collaboration with healthcare professionals, educators and policymakers, NOFASD has created a dedicated website platform for affected individuals and their families and carers to find understanding, training and support.
- NOFASD provides a free helpline service for impacted families.
- They have tools and resources to support service providers such as teachers, NDIS service providers and allied health professionals.
Information lines / help lines
Call the free NOFASD helpline on 1800 860 613 to speak to someone confidentially, seven days a week.
Programs and apps and tools
- NOFASD information platform: free information and resources including specialist FASD service providers.
- Free NOFASD helpline: if you have questions about FASD or would you like to speak to someone confidentially call the helpline on 1800 860 613.
- Resources for diagnosis.
- Resources for Alcohol and Other Drug Sector professionals.
- Resources to support becoming alcohol free during pregnancy.
- Resources for Out of Home Care Sector.
- Australian Foundations in FASD Online Course: become FASD-informed and complete this free course.
