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FASD Awareness Day

Every year on September 9, communities throughout the United States and throughout the world observe FASD Awareness Day. Events are held at 9:09, the 9th minute of the 9th hour of the 9th day of the 9th month of the year. This date and time is used to remind women not to drink during the 9 months of pregnancy.

The first FAS Awareness Day was held on 9/9/99. Since then, the Federal government, along with many State and local governments, recognize FASD Awareness Day. Resolutions and proclamations are issues encouraging people to observe ceremonies to promote awareness and increase compassion for individuals with an FASD.

You can find a wealth of FASD Awareness Day resources on the Web, including events and activities that can be held in your community. You can get a proclamation signed by your mayor or Governor, ask a local church to ring their bells, or use other ideas. Many sample FASD Awareness Day resources are available, such as:

  • Press Releases
  • Fact Sheets
  • Proclamations
  • Public Service Announcements
  • Posters
  • Banners

Information is available from these Web sites:
FASDay.com
National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
FAS Community Resource Center
FASWorld

Remember, FASD is 100 percent preventable. FASD Awareness Day is an excellent time to spread the word.

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Last Updated: 10/13/2006

 
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