Events for FASD Researchers

Date: Thursday 26 February 2026

Location: Online. Once registered, members will be provided with a Teams link.

The Australian Association for Adolescent Health (AAAH) hosts regular members‑only consultations with the Australian Government’s Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. These consultations take place every couple of months and provide a unique opportunity for AAAH members to engage directly with both AAAH and the Department on priority topics.

This consultation will focus specifically on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. The session will include presentations and discussion with representatives from the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, as well as contributions from Professor Elizabeth Elliott and Dr Fiona Robards.

This is an inclusive and interactive forum, and AAAH members are warmly encouraged to participate, share their perspectives, and speak directly with both AAAH and Department representatives. These consultations play an important role in ensuring sector expertise and lived experience inform national policy and program development.

Please note that this event is strictly for AAAH members. While anyone is welcome to join AAAH, only members receive access to consultation invitations and event details via the AAAH members mailing list.

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Date: Friday 17 – Monday 20 April 2026

Location: Seattle, WA, United States of America

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) affect an estimated 1 in 20 people, yet the needs of adolescents and adults are still too often overlooked. This conference is your chance to change that.

Hosted by FASD United, join global leaders, families, and professionals uniting to turn research into action — reducing stigma, improving systems, and transforming lives.

Date: Wednesday 22 – Friday 24 April 2026

Location:Novotel Sydney Parramatta, (NSW) on Dharug Country, Australia

“Intergenerational equity starts here: Investing in youth health and wellbeing”

Be part of a transformative dialogue that places young people at the heart of global change. As we face unprecedented challenges in healthcare, climate, and social equity, it’s crucial to empower our youth not just to survive, but to thrive.

Join world-leading healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, and passionate advocates as we reimagine what investing in youth truly means.

From groundbreaking research to innovative strategies, this conference promises to be a catalyst for lasting intergenerational change. Together, we’ll shape policies, share solutions, and build a roadmap for a healthier, more equitable world.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation that will define our collective future.

Date: Saturday 13 – Tuesday 16 September 2026

Location: Amiens, France

The EUFASD8 conference is the 8th European Conference on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). This event is organised by the European FASD Alliance in collaboration with the French association Vivre Avec Le SAF.

The conference aims to bring together researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and individuals living with FASD to share knowledge, discuss challenges, and explore solutions related to FASD. It will feature a range of sessions, including scientific presentations, workshops, and discussions on clinical practices, prevention strategies, and support systems for those impacted by FASD.