Strategic Plan 2011 - 2015

VISION

"FASSY envisions a Yukon in which Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is prevented and where persons with FASD are fully included in Yukon society."

MISSION

"FASSY is committed to: FASD prevention and fostering accepting and educated communities where individuals with FASD have equal access to opportunities to reach their full potential."

 

PRINCIPLES THAT GUIDE US

Our Strategy

  • Acknowledgement and respect for the unique nature of Yukon communities;
  • The importance of collaboration and partnerships;
  • Ensuring services and programs are needed and are sustainable;
  • Programs and services are evidence and strength based in design and reflect best-practice

Our Practice

  • Respect for cultural diversity and beliefs;
  • Recognition of the inherent uniqueness, dignity and worth of all people;
  • Acknowledgement of human resiliency, strength and the individual’s capacity to grow;
  • Being client-centered, and client-directed;
  • Understanding the importance of following a relationship based strengths approach;
  • The importance of consent and confidentiality

 

STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS & GOALS

Increasing Access and Opportunities for Persons with FASD

  1. To champion the development of  intentional ”circles of support” for our clients;
  2. To develop & implement a person centered and directed best-practice model for Outreach services;
  3. To work with key partners to support the development of a Yukon-based FASD diagnostic team;
  4. To work with keys partners in the development of a collaborative case-management model

Fostering Supportive Communities

  1. To work with key partners within all levels of government, the NGO & business community to create and implement a comprehensive, community-based Yukon FASD prevention and education strategy;
  2. To engage in relevant research to further best practices.
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