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Vanessa Spiller & Sophie Harrington

Name: Australian Conference for Neurodevelopmental Disorders
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Neurodiversity, Behaviours, FASD

Keynote: Unpacking Complex Behaviours; FASD and the Ability Wheel for Neurodiversity

In-person presenters

Dr. Vanessa Spiller is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in supporting individuals and families impacted by neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly FASD. She provides therapeutic support, professional training, and consultation to help caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals implement effective, evidence-based strategies. Dr. Spiller is committed to advocating for neurodiversity-affirming approaches that improve long-term outcomes for children and families.

Sophie Harrington brings extensive leadership experience in frontline services and senior management roles across the alcohol and other drugs, out-of-home care, and justice sectors. As the CEO of NOFASD Australia, Sophie oversees strategic initiatives, advocacy efforts, and stakeholder engagement to support individuals and families affected by FASD. Her leadership has been instrumental in coordinating the lived experience focus on key projects, including the National FASD Awareness Campaign, the FASD Diagnostic Guideline Review, and the development of sector-wide training initiatives. With lived experience of FASD, Sophie combines professional expertise with personal insight to drive impactful change within the sector.