Edward Lorenz, a famous mathematician, once asked,
Does the flap of a butterflys wings in Brazil set off a tornado in Texas?
Although a direct correlation is yet to proven, science has shown that steady breezes in one part of the world can produce changes to the environment in other parts of the globe.
The flapping wings of butterflies on this website represent a source of strength and persistence in activating change for those affected by FASD. Individuals and families affected by the disorder require a comprehensive system of supports in a cohesive community. FASD Peterborough works to increase education, understanding, and mobilization of groups to better support those affected by prenatal exposure to alcohol.