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Interwoven Connections’ Parent2Parent Support Network promotes the resiliency of parents/caregivers through peer liaisons support groups online peer communities mentor/buddy matching ongoing knowledge and capacity building. We support parents/caregivers navigating the possible paths to permanency and ongoing post-placement support. We have created integrated support systems with over 750+ parents/caregivers through 1:1 advocacy support and resource sharing-regarding complex needs of children from a trauma-informed lens. More than 384 parents and caregivers experiencing Aggression toward Families/Caregivers in Childhood & Adolescence (AFCCA) have been provided both enhanced peer supports and clinical coordination supports. 2500+ parents caregivers family members and professionals received tailored education and learning opportunities Co-leading the National Consortium on AFCCA together with partners from across Canada. Parenting children with FASD can be complex and challenging and without the right supports can easily lead to possible family breakdowns and/or placement disruptions. We support hundreds of families as they navigate the many paths to accurate diagnosis and long-term success strategies for their children living with FASD. FASD & Me resources help parents/caregivers better understand their children’s strengths and needs. Our community engagement programs deepen understanding with highly engaged social media communities via live and virtual support groups and events such as 'Snack Chat and Stay on Track'. Our TimeToAttach campaign advocates for the creation of new employment insurance benefits for adoptive parents/caregivers. TimetoAttach became law on June 20 2024 as part of Bill C-59 receiving royal assent. While this means that the new job-protected employment leave for new parents/caregivers is now law in Canada it remains to be fully implemented so that Canadian families can benefit. Interwoven Connections continues to ad