Justice Advisory Committee

Remote, Worldwide

Justice Advisory Committee

Purpose: The FASD United Justice Advisory Committee is charged with addressing issues related to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) within the legal system, aiming to raise awareness among judges, lawyers, and other justice professionals about the challenges individuals with FASD face when interacting with the justice system, and advocating for appropriate accommodations and interventions to be implemented.  The Justice Advisory Committee shall also provide advice and recommendations to the Board of Directors and to the staff of FASD United concerning FASD-related justice issues and reform.

Type of Committee: Advisory

Reports to: FASD United Board of Directors

Staff Relationship: The Chief Executive Officer shall provide support staff to the Committee when requested.

Committee Composition: The Justice Advisory Committee shall have up to 15 members, including non-Board members, and is chaired by a FASD United Board member and/or their designee. Non-board members shall be recruited to serve by FASD United staff and/or Board members, or other Justice Advisory Committee membersand shall be approved by the chairs of the Justice Advisory Committeeand...