BC North Central Region CAPC/FADER Coalition

Community Action Program for Children (CAPC)
Fetal Alcohol and Drug Effects Resource (FADER) Coalition

"Serving Communities in the North Central and Cariboo Regions of British Columbia."

Background:

The Coalition was established in 1995 when it was recognized that, “an inordinate number of risk factors and a very high incidence of birth defect associated with alcohol and drug use or abuse” existed in the region (BC Northern Regional Community Connection Project (BCNRCCP), 1995).  The intent of the Coalition was, “to reduce the incidence in the area to be served, of alcohol and drug-related birth defects, to raise awareness of the existence of the problem, the challenges facing those affected by (FASD), and the need for special attention to this target group from existing services.” The mission statement read:  “To promote prevention, education, intervention and outreach services for families in the BC Northern Region affected by drug or alcohol-related birth defects.” (BCNRCCP, 1995).

Mission Statement (of CAPC/FADER Coalition):

‘Working together step-by-step to eradicate fetal alcohol and drug effects in our children, families and communities’.

Philosophy:

  • We recognize the right of children to optimum social, mental and physical health as they begin their lives.

  • We recognize and respect the right of women to make their own decisions regarding lifestyle and choices.

  • We believe that every woman has the right to social support throughout her pregnancy.

  • We believe that every person has the right to know about the effects of alcohol and drugs on the unborn child.

  • We believe there should be support for caregivers of children who have been affected by prenatal use of alcohol and drugs.

  • We believe that a healthy environment for conception and birth is best achieved through education beginning with elementary school-aged children and continuing throughout the life span.

  • We believe that in order to maintain optimum quality of life, there should be adequate social, emotional, educational and economic services for children and adults who are affected by prenatal use of alcohol and drugs.