While FASD has a high profile in the operational plans of some Alberta government ministries serving children and youth, there is a gap in the plans to address FASD for ministries investment of $978,272 through the ICCI for the University of Regina to implement the Navigator-Advocates: Integrated Supports for Justice-Involved Indigenous Youth and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
This alternative to custody and reintegration project is supported by frontline workers and peer mentors with trauma- and FASD-informed training who can effectively advocate for FASD-affected Indigenous offenders in Saskatchewan and the Yukon. The University partnership will include Indigenous organizations, as well as FASD and justice system stakeholders, to develop culturally relevant, community based interventions that are responsive to the unique circumstances of Indigenous people.
serving adults, regional bodies, agencies and boards and commissions.
9 provincial government ministries – including Justice – and other agencies developed a 10-year FASD Strategic Plan to design, administer and develop prevention programs, assessment and diagnosis services, and support for those affected by the disorder coordinated through 12 FASD Service Networks in Alberta.
Aboriginal Outreach
With a goal to ensure FASD outreach services are inclusive of the local Aboriginal population, the Central Alberta FASD Service Network has formed an Aboriginal subcommittee as the first step in creating a hub of FASD supports and services designed for the specific needs of Aboriginal communities.
By working together with and engaging Aboriginal stakeholders to clarify their needs and opportunities for developing comprehensive FASD services, a culturally relevant support model is being developed to support Aboriginal people affected by FASD in central Alberta.
In addition, regional FASD agencies, service providers and network partners receive training to assist in understanding the specific cultural needs of the Aboriginal population.
The Strategic Planning component of the plan of the plan targets all Ministries – including Justice – to coordinate planning and actions in addressing FASD within their specific Ministries
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