It all started when…

In January 2005, The National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (now FASD United) launched its new Affiliate Program in an effort to unify the call for prevention, identification, and treatment of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). FASD United and its Affiliates undertake collaborations to build community coalitions, conduct public outreach, coordinate advocacy efforts, and create media awareness campaigns.

NOFAS Washington State (now FASD Focus NW) was one of the first seven state affiliates chosen by FASD United. Within our first year of operation we had achieved our 501 (C) (3) non-profit status, assembled a Board of Directors, and begun the process of strategic planning.

Our Mission

FASD Focus NW, a nonprofit 501 (c) (3), is an alliance of families and professionals supporting individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, the families that care for them, and the systems that serve them by way of:
**education**
**intervention**
**advocacy**

Our Board

Julie Gelo - Executive Director — Our Founder

Julie Gelo

**Erin Olson, Ph.D.**
**Vice President**

Joanne Sparrow, PhD, LMHCA — **Joanne Sparrow, Ph.D.**
**President**

Alison Brooks, Ph.D. - President — **Allison Brooks, Ph.D.**
**Secretary**