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FASD Awareness Day
September 9 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
On behalf of Mayor & Council, Hampton would like to recognize FASD Awareness Day on September 9th, 2025.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disability caused by
prenatal alcohol exposure, affecting over 1.6 million Canadians – more than Down Syndrome,
Cerebral Palsy, Tourette’s Syndrome, and Autism combined. Individuals with FASD may
experience challenges with learning, memory, attention, emotional regulation, and social skills,
requiring ongoing support in education, employment, and healthcare.
FASD Awareness Day, first recognized in 1999, is held on 9/9 to emphasize the importance of
going alcohol-free during the full 9 months of pregnancy. This year’s theme, “Everyone Plays
A Part,” highlights the collective responsibility of supporting individuals diagnosed with FASD
and their families. This campaign hopes to shine a light on this hidden disability and promote
action to address it.
Visit the link below to learn more.