NOFASD Australia
NOFASD Australia
#12 Advocacy with Dr Jeff McMullen
#12 Advocacy with Dr Jeff McMullen
#12 Advocacy with Dr Jeff McMullen
Thursday 9th September 2021
Join Kurt Lewis and Dr. Jeff McMullen as they discuss FASD advocacy, grassroots activism, and the power of personalized messaging in raising awareness.
43 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Thought-provoking
Compassionate
Transformative
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NOFASD Australia
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Categories:
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Family Recovery from Addiction
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Financial Health in Recovery
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Jeff McMullen on Advocacy: Turning Awareness into Action
Once we realize that the use of alcohol, a toxic substance, can be altering the entire life of that child that might soon come into the world...you have to look at the fact that the use of alcohol can be altering the entire life of that child that might soon come into the world.
Ever wondered how grassroots activism can spark real change? In this episode, Kurt Lewis sits down with Dr. Jeff McMullen, a celebrated Australian journalist, author, filmmaker, and NOFASD Ambassador. They dive into Dr. McMullen's passionate advocacy for people affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and the significant role of personalized messaging in raising awareness about this often invisible disability. Dr.
McMullen shares his experiences from the frontlines of journalism and activism, highlighting the behavioral impacts of prenatal alcohol exposure and the small yet powerful steps individuals can take to drive societal change. This conversation is filled with compassion and determination, aiming to inspire listeners to understand and prevent FASD. Tune in to learn how you can be part of the movement towards a brighter future for all children.