FASD Awareness Day 2009 September 9 is the tenth annual FASD Awareness Day. Events are usually held at 9:09, the 9th minute of the 9th hour of the 9th day of the 9th month of the year.

This date and time is used to remind women not to drink during the 9 months of pregnancy.

The United States Senate has again recognized the need to remind people that FASD can be prevented if women don’t drink during pregnancy. It encourages people to observe ceremonies to promote awareness and increase compassion for individuals with an FASD.

The FASDay.com Web site provides information on previous FASD Awareness Day events and suggests activities that can be held in your community. You can get a proclamation signed by your mayor or Governor, ask a local church to ring their bells, or use other ideas. Check our events calendar for FASD Awareness Day activities near you.

Information also available from:

National Organization on FAS, which has a number of State affiliates that will be recognizing FASD Day
FAS Community Resource Center
FASWorld

Click here for banners that your organization can download and use to promote FASD Awareness Day 2009.

Remember, FASD is 100 percent preventable. FASD Awareness Day is an excellent time to spread the word.

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