FASD Hub Ireland

30/09/2025

September - - a time to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and champion people living with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

But one thing was missing: Government leadership.

Despite our best efforts, events, launch of new research and outreach, not one Government Minister publicly acknowledged FASD Awareness Month or Day. No statements. No support. No recognition.

We ask respectfully: What did you do this month for the thousands of individuals and families affected by FASD in Ireland?

FASD is real. It’s lifelong. And it deserves attention — not silence.

We hope next year brings action, visibility, and commitment from those elected to lead and that FASD receives a seat around the table, but are ready and willing to engage with Government NOW. It only takes an email or a phone call:

ceo@fasdireland.ie - 065 6703096

30/09/2025

🌿 Introduction to Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) Training 🌿

Are you working with families experiencing complex, controlling or challenging behaviour?

Join us for a short but powerful introduction to the NVR model – a relationship-focused approach that helps parents and carers:

✅ Strengthen connection & presence
✅ Reduce conflict & escalate less
✅ Build support networks
✅ Prioritise self-care

This session is perfect for professionals supporting families impacted by trauma, neurodiversity or FASD.

📅 6th November 2025 | 💻 Online | 🕒 9am until 1pm (4 hours)
📍 Booking/info: www.fasdireland.ie/training

29/09/2025

On , FASD Ireland launched Ireland’s first-ever evidence-based research on Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, in partnership with RCSI. The findings are stark:

🔍 Up to 7.4% of the population may be living with FASD — that’s 10x the global average.
🚫 No diagnostic pathways. No dedicated services. No national data.
🌆 Public awareness gap (82% unaware of FASD on the street)

Budget 2025 must be the turning point.

We’re calling on the Government to:
✅ Fund a national FASD clinic
✅ Invest in early diagnosis and lifelong support
✅ Launch public awareness campaigns targeting both parents
✅ Ringfence resources from the Alcohol Related Harm Fund

This isn’t just about policy, it’s about lives.

📄 Read our Pre-Budget Submission: fasdireland.ie/prebudget-submission-2025
📊 Explore the research: fasdireland.ie/groundbreaking-research

FASD Ireland is a social enterprise not-for-profit for anyone living or visiting the island of Ireland who has a connection to Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder or Foetal Alcohol Syndrome. FASD Ireland has three core aims: Prevention of FASD, Raising Awareness through Education and Supporting people....

29/09/2025

📢 Budget 2025: A Call for Action on FASD

As Budget 2025 approaches, FASD Ireland urges the Government to take bold, compassionate steps to support individuals and families living with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).

Our Pre-Budget Submission outlines urgent priorities:

✅ Investment in early intervention and FASD aware education
✅ National awareness campaigns and consistent public health messaging
✅ Dedicated funding for family support and Irish led FASD research
✅ Ringfenced resources from the Alcohol Related Harm Fund

FASD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects thousands across Ireland. Without targeted support, families are left navigating complex challenges alone.

This budget is a chance to change that.

We’re calling on policymakers to recognise FASD as a public health priority and to invest in a future where every person impacted by FASD has access to the care, respect, and opportunities they deserve.
This isn’t just about funding services—it’s about investing in people.

Let’s build a society where FASD is understood, supported, and no longer overlooked.

📄 Read our full submission: https://ow.ly/Zwgy50X3x7n

28/09/2025

🏫 FASD in the Classroom is back! 🏫

Free to attend and available to anyone working in education in Ireland.

Grab your place and join us to find out more about .

Visit www.fasdireland.ie/training and select your preferred dates!

26/09/2025

🎉 Big News from FASD Ireland! 🎉

As we enter the last few days of we are thrilled to welcome seven brand new members to our Advisory Board, each bringing unique expertise, living experience, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of people Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders across Ireland.

👥 Meet our new Advisory Board Members:

Aisling Butler
Alireza Dehghan
Banu Balaji
Brian McDowell
Derrill Palidwar
Maggie McHugh
Wesley Hydes

Their collective wisdom will help guide our mission, strengthen our advocacy, and ensure that the voices of people living with FASD are heard and respected.

Join us in celebrating this exciting step forward for FASD Ireland!

🖼️ Scroll through the images to find out more about each of our new members!

🔗 Learn more about our whole Advisory Board: fasdireland.ie/advisory-board

25/09/2025

Rossi Griffin is sharing a paragraph of his book 'Life in the FASD Lane' on his Impulsivity.

We now have a copy for our library, but you can also buy it here: https://ow.ly/Irzb50X26XM

25/09/2025

Rossi shares his experience of living with FASD as a 23 year old Adult.

⏰ Timekeeping
💰 Budgeting
🛀 Cleaning
🗓️ Scheduling
✈️ Travelling

Sound familiar? Rossi continues to be supported by Mum Jan with all of these tasks, and isn't scared to sit down and work through some of these difficulties.

25/09/2025

The wonderful Jan Griffin is sharing her experience of being a biological Mother of someone living with FASD.

"I want people to know that I didn't do it on purpose...."

"Yes I drank when I was pregnant with Rossi, but I didn't know"

25/09/2025

Our CEO, Tristan being interviewed for BBC NI today.

25/09/2025

Reece shares his experience of living with .