It Takes a Community

Reprint 1997, 2001
ISBN: 0-662-25944-0
Cat. H34-84/1997E

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Table of Contents

Framework for the First Nations and Inuit Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effects Initiative

01. Preface

02. Introduction

• The Fetal Alcoholic Syndrome and Fetal Alcoholic Effect (FAS/FAE)
• First Nations and Inuit Historical Background
• Cultural Context
• The First Nations and Inuit FAS/FAE Initiative
• Community Feedback

03. Purpose of this Framework

04. Guiding Principles of the Initiative

• Strengthening and Supporting Families and Communities Wholistically
• Family-Centred Prevention
• Community-Based and Culturally Appropriate
• A Coordinated Approach through Collaborative Partnerships
• Contributing to Capacity Building
• Universal and Equitable Access
• Accountability

05. Vision, Goals and Objectives of the Initiative

• Vision
• Goals
• Objectives
  • Objective #1 - Raising Awareness
  • Objective #2 - Reaching Those at Risk
  • Objective #3 - Working with Those Affected
  • Objective #4 - Creating Linkages
  • Global Initiative Evaluation

06. Initiative Components

• Target Groups
• Operational Definitions of Initiative Components
  • Health Promotion and Awareness
  • Education and Training
  • Identification of Diagnostic Tools and Intervention Supports
• Initiative Management Factors
  • Linkages
  • Coordination
  • Research
• Initiative Management
• Initiative Evaluation

07. Initiative Eligibility and Funding

• Eligible Project Sponsors
• First Nations and Inuit FAS/FAE Initiative Budget
  • National Coordination and Support
  • Special Projects Fund (National Steering Committee)
  • Community-Based Projects
• Initiative Funding

08. Initiative Implementation

• Community Level
• Regional Level
• National Level
• Communications

Appendix A: What Are FAS/FAE?

Appendix B: References

Appendix C: Glossary of Terms

Appendix D: Terms of Reference of the FAS/E Technical Working Group

Appendix E: Executive Summary of Initiative Framework

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A Resource Manual for Community-based Prevention of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effects

• Acknowledgements
• Preface
• Using the Manual

1. Guiding Principles for Effective Strategies
2. Educating the Community
3. Traditional Teaching
4. Community Strategies that Address the Root Causes of FAS/E
5. The Facts about FAS/E
6. Developing Prevention Strategies
7. Interventions for At-Risk Pregnant Women
8. Living with FAS/E
9. Referral and Assessment
10. Tips for Teachers
11. Advice for Caregivers

• Conclusion
• Bibliography
• FAS/E Fact Sheet