Continuing Investment In Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Prevention, Diagnosis and Support

Overview

This grant opportunity was announced as part of the 2023-24 Budget Measure Continuing Investment in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) prevention, diagnosis and support and supports the implementation of the National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Strategic Action Plan 2018-2028 (FASD Action Plan).  The FASD Action Plan outlines four key national priorities to catalyse a national effort in the prevention, diagnosis, support and management of FASD in Australia, including:    Prevention   Screening and Diagnosis   Support and Management   Priority groups and Populations at increased risk.   The purpose of this grant opportunity is to support the continuation of FASD prevention, diagnosis and support activities, to ensure essential services can continue to deliver improved health outcomes for Australians living with FASD, their families and carers.    The objectives of the grant opportunity are to:  Increase community knowledge and awareness about the harms and consequences of drinking during pregnancy or when planning a pregnancy.   Increase screening, diagnostic skills and knowledge in frontline professionals.   Improve capacity for screening, diagnosis and surveillance.  Implement and evaluate better models of management, support and care.  Support parents, carers and families, including in education and employment settings.   Continue to support and evaluate targeted strategies and models of care for groups who are at higher risk than the general population.  The intended outcomes of the grant opportunity are to:  Reduce the prevalence of FASD in Australia;   Reduce the associated impact of FASD; and   Improve the quality of life for people living with FASD.