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Lunch & Learn – Understanding FASD in the Workplace

  • 26 August @ 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
  • CPD POINTS: 2

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disability that can significantly influence how a person learns, communicates, manages stress, and adapts to workplace expectations.

For employment service providers, understanding FASD is essential to delivering fair, effective, and strengths‑based support.

This free session explores the brain‑based challenges associated with FASD, such as memory, processing speed, emotional regulation, and executive functioning, and how these can impact job readiness, training, and sustained employment. Participants will gain practical strategies for adapting assessments, modifying workplace tasks, and collaborating with employers to create supportive environments. By increasing awareness and building capability across employment services, we can improve job outcomes, reduce barriers, and empower individuals with FASD to thrive in meaningful, sustainable work.

Duration: 45 minutes

Format: Online via Teams

Fee: Free

Register: Lunch & Learn – Understanding FASD in the Workplace

Access: Once you have registered, the Teams meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.

This Lunch & Learn series is a collaboration between Disability Employment Australia (DEA) and the Centre for Inclusive Employment. Sessions are designed to provide evidence-based information and practical insights to support continuous improvement in practice and the quality of services for people with disability.

 

SPEAKER INFORMATION

Robyn Smith, Helpline Services Manager, NOFASD

Robyn has extensive experience supporting individuals and families affected by FASD, drawing from both her professional expertise and personal journey. Her work spans aged care programs, parenting advice and support programs, offender reintegration, and transition strategies for school students and youth at risk. Robyn is dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for better support and outcomes for individuals and families impacted by FASD. Passionate about educating professionals and communities, she works to create more inclusive and supportive environments that address the challenges of FASD, reflecting her lifelong commitment to improving understanding and outcomes for those affected.

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