At the Canada FASD Research Network, we deeply appreciate our members and partners for their unwavering support in advancing the understanding and awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
We offer two different kinds of membership to our audience, individual and jurisdictional. These memberships are different and have different benefits. Even if you live in a province or territory that is a jurisdictional member of CanFASD, we recommend you obtain an individual membership so that you don’t miss out on important information that is relevant to you and your family.
This blog will explain the difference between these two types of membership.
Individual Membership
In 2021, CanFASD expanded our membership options with the addition of our individual membership program. This membership gives individuals the opportunity to become more involved with the CanFASD network. Citizens in both CanFASD member and non-member provinces and territories benefit equally from this new program. We now have over 200 dedicated members from across Canada who are invested in creating change for FASD.
A major benefit for CanFASD members is the ability to share their vision for the direction of future FASD research. Each year we send out a survey to our members to better understand community needs and areas of priority for FASD research. Of CanFASD’s current research priority areas, the majority of responding members believe adult supports and mental health are essential areas for research focus. Diagnosis and intervention are also seen as a priority.
Jurisdictional Membership
CanFASD also offers jurisdictional membership opportunities for provincial and territorial governments in Canada. This membership is a unique opportunity for governments in Canada to benefit from the expertise of a national network devoted to FASD. The membership connects governments with a trusted agency to turn to for evidence-informed answers to important policy questions.
Provinces and territories that become members of CanFASD are significantly advanced in their response to FASD. They benefit from increased research capacity, advice and assistance in evidence– based policy and program development, and collaboration with other member jurisdictions. Membership for governments also offers the potential to reduce longer-term costs associated with FASD diagnosis, prevention, and intervention.
Join us!
Each CanFASD membership type offers unique benefits tailored to meet the diverse needs of provincial governments and Canadian citizens.
We invite you to take the next step in supporting our mission and enhancing your engagement with the FASD community. What are you waiting for? Become a member today and join us in making a difference!