Description:
This presentation introduces Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) as a common but often misunderstood neurodevelopmental condition affecting student behaviour, learning, and engagement. Participants will gain insights into how FASD affects memory, attention, emotional regulation, and classroom participation and how students with FASD are often misidentified as defiant or disengaged. The session will provide practical strategies to strengthen support and reduce barriers to learning for students with FASD.
Presenter Bio:
Robyn Smith is the National Helpline Services Manager at NOFASD Australia and a skilled national presenter with experience delivering FASD training to education, disability, and justice professionals. She brings deep understanding of the daily challenges faced by families and schools and is passionate about improving awareness, compassion, and practical support for those affected by FASD. Robyn has delivered tailored workshops across Australia, equipping practitioners with neurodevelopmental insights and classroom tools that make a lasting difference.