The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) is providing $163,334 to agencies that promote awareness and prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
“Each new generation of parents needs to hear the message that alcohol is a substance that can cause damage to the developing fetus’ brain and as a result, change behaviour,” said SPI Executive Director Noreen Agrey.
The Saskatchewan Prevention Institute (SPI) will receive $81-thousand to support the FASD Speakers’ Bureau as well as regional committees that develop community-level prevention and awareness.
SPI is also working to finalize a FASD multimedia awareness campaign and will be hosting a national FASD conference this fall.
“The harm caused due to drinking alcohol during pregnancy is totally preventable and we need to continue to spread that message,” said Social Services Minister June Draude.
The FASD Support Network of Saskatchewan will receive the remainder of the funds to support resource materials to assist people and families affected by FASD.
This funding will also raise awareness among post-secondary students who are studying for careers that interact with individuals impacted by FASD.
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