We hope to see you this Wednesday, January 29th, at 2 pm Eastern to welcome you to 2025 and the 119th Congress. Join us for a full recap of the work done during the 118th Congress, including passage through committees as well as lessons learned. It will be a busy Read more
As we welcome the New Year, it is appropriate to reflect on personal and communal successes that moved the field forward, increasing FASD awareness and support. The video below briefly summarizes the 118th Congress, and this post reaffirms our dedication to enacting FASD-informed policies. If you are one of the Read more
Thank you to everyone who has already voiced their support of the FASD Respect Act by sending a letter to your members of Congress. We ask advocates to email or mail letters to FASD United that we can hand deliver to Senators and Representatives. This shows that the FASD Respect Read more
Your voice and experience are needed now more than ever. From November 12th to November 15th, we are calling on advocates from across the country to participate in Virtual Hill Week and push for the passage of the FASD Respect before the 118th Congress wraps up at the end of Read more
We hope you will join us in advocating for the FASD Respect Act by meeting with your Representative or Senators between November 12th and 15th for Virtual Hill Week! With the end of the 118th Congress coming to close at the end of the year, now is the time to Read more
The Department of Labor’s Employment First initiative supports the idea that all people, including those with disabilities requiring increased supports, are deserving and capable of integrated participation in the general workforce. This approach incentivizes state and local governments to adopt practices that support Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE). In this case, Read more
If you were not able to attend September’s Policy Forum, you can view the recording and presentation slides below! You can also take a look at these resources available to share with legislators! Later this week, look for a post on Hill Day from Impact Week 2024. Advocates from around Read more
FASD Awareness month is coming to a close like it began: with a new cosponsor! Rep. Brandon Williams of New York’s 22nd district signed on as a cosponsor to HR.3946, the FASD Respect Act, four days after meeting with constituent Sarah Hamersma and other advocates from New York. This meeting Read more
If you were not able to attend August’s Policy Forum, you can view the recording and presentation slides below! You can also take a look at these resources that will help you on Hill Day and with your advocacy in general!
Thank you to Rep. Eric Swalwell of California’s 14th District for becoming the latest co-sponsor of HR.3946, the FASD Respect Act! We are especially of his support during FASD Awareness Month, and only a few days before FASD Impact Week!