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In Case You Missed It-October 2026 Policy Forum

If you were not able to attend October’s Monthly Policy Forum, you can check out the recording and slides below. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions or if you need support in your state! The theme of October’s Policy Read more

By Chris Melfi, 1 weekNovember 2, 2026 ago
Appropriations Virtual Policy Forum

Join FASD United’s Monthly Policy Forum to Look Back While We Keep Moving Forward

Hill Day showed us that FASD is getting more attention in Congress, and that consistent advocacy is what turns attention into action. At this Wednesday’s Policy Forum, we’ll take a quick look back and then focus on what comes next. Read more

By Chris Melfi, 2 weeksOctober 26, 2026 ago
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Extend Your Impact and Continue Your Advocacy

Two weeks ago, over 100 advocates attended nearly 90 meetings with House and Senate offices to urge Congress to Fund FASD. Now, you have the opportunity to extend that impact beyond a single day of advocacy. What a meeting actually Read more

By Chris Melfi, 4 weeksOctober 13, 2026 ago
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Hill Day 2026 Primary Schedule

By Chris Melfi, 1 monthSeptember 28, 2026 ago
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FASD Hill Day 2026

We cannot wait to welcome you to Washington, DC next week for National FASD Impact Week and Hill Day! Look below for more information on Hill Day including talking points and other documents you can use to prepare for your Read more

By Chris Melfi, 2 monthsSeptember 23, 2026 ago
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No September Monthly Policy Forum During Impact Week

The FASD United Monthly Policy Forum will not be held as scheduled on September 30th as it coincides with National FASD Impact Week. The next Monthly Policy Forum is scheduled for October 28th, 2026 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm Eastern. Read more

By Chris Melfi, 2 monthsSeptember 21, 2026 ago
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Reflections from the 2nd International Conference on FASD in Mexico

Personal insights from FASD United Policy Coordinator Chris Melfi. It was both humbling and inspiring to join FISAC for the 2nd International Conference on FASD in Mexico, which focused on moving from knowledge to action. I had the opportunity to Read more

By Chris Melfi, 2 monthsSeptember 14, 2026 ago
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9 Days, 9 Ways Day 9: Make the Call

Today, they hear it from the people who live it. This is the day. Call your two senators and your representative and keep it simple. Tell them it is FASD Awareness Day, the first one since Congress passed the FASD Read more

By Chris Melfi, 2 months ago
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9 Days, 9 Ways Day 8: Practice

You are ready. Tomorrow, they hear from the experts. By now you understand the gap, you know your legislators, you have your why, and you know the ask. That is everything you need. Today is about getting call-ready by having Read more

By Chris Melfi, 2 monthsSeptember 8, 2026 ago
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9 Days, 9 Ways Day 7: Close the Gap

Know exactly what you are asking for, and what it would change. When you meet with your legislators, you are not asking for a favor. You are asking for specific things the law already promises. It helps to know what Read more

By Chris Melfi, 2 monthsSeptember 7, 2026 ago

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