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ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Association leads the way in building an inclusive community for people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities.

Overview

ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability aims to improve the quality of life for people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities by providing support and information to their families, carers, schools, employers and other organisations.

ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability also aims to increase awareness of the abilities and needs of people with Down syndrome and intellectual disability through our programs, events and activities.

ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability actively works within the community to assist in the removal of barriers for people with a disability to access mainstream services.

Name Change

You may have previously known us as ACT Down Syndrome Association. We are currently in the process of changing our name and logo to ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Association. You can read more about the transition here: ACT Down Syndrome Association Announces Name Change – Down Syndrome Australia

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Our Vision

ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability leads the way in building an inclusive community for people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities.

Our Mission

ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability works with individuals and families through lifelong engagement to enable them to reach their full potential as active and contributing members of the wider community.

ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability collaborates and builds relationships with business, government and community organisations to create better outcomes for all of society.

Our Reports

2020-2025 Strategic Plan (UNDER REVIEW)

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A huge CONGRATULATIONS to Sam!!

Sam has been awarded the Stephen Thomas Award at the "My Perspective Photographic Competition" in the UK hosted by the Down's Syndrome Association. The Stephen Thomas Award is presented to honour the life of Stephen Thomas, a young man who won the Judges Choice Award in 2014.Every year Stephen's mother Julie and his brother Paul select their favourite photograph from the oversea's contestents. To learn more about the competition and watch the awards, please visit https://downs-syndrome.org.uk/our-work/our-voice/… ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago
A huge CONGRATULATIONS to Sam!!

Sam has been awarded the Stephen Thomas Award at the My Perspective Photographic Competition in the UK hosted by the Downs Syndrome Association.  

The Stephen Thomas Award is presented to honour the life of Stephen Thomas, a young man who won the Judges Choice Award in 2014.

Every year Stephens mother Julie and his brother Paul select their favourite photograph from the overseas contestents. 

To learn more about the competition and watch the awards, please visit https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/our-work/our-voice/my-perspective/Image attachment

Get ready for a fun-filled night of brain-teasing laughs and team spirit!

Join us for Trivia Night hosted by ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability, in celebration of International Day of People with Disability 2025.📅 When: Friday 28 Nov 2025, 6:30 pm–8:00 pm📍 Where: Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna St, Phillip ACT 2606👥 Who: Trivia fans of all abilities - bring your friends, family, colleagues! Suitable for all ages and inclusive of people living with intellectual disability. What’s in store:• Trivia challenges across a mix of topics, no need to be a walking encyclopaedia! • Exciting prizes to be won! • Light snacks included in your ticket price; drinks available at the bar. • The event isn’t just fun - it supports awareness and inclusion for people living with intellectual disability. 🎟 Ticket info: $25 per person, or $200 for a table of 10 (plus booking fee) 👉 Grab your team or come solo and mix & match - everyone welcome!✨ Whether you’re a trivia guru or just in it for the fun and good vibes, this is the night to come together, celebrate diversity, and have a blast.Don’t miss out - tag your trivia squad and book your tickets today! ... See MoreSee Less

5 days ago
Get ready for a fun-filled night of brain-teasing laughs and team spirit!

Join us for Trivia Night hosted by ACT Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability, in celebration of International Day of People with Disability 2025.

📅 When: Friday 28 Nov 2025, 6:30 pm–8:00 pm
📍 Where: Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna St, Phillip ACT 2606
👥 Who: Trivia fans of all abilities - bring your friends, family, colleagues! Suitable for all ages and inclusive of people living with intellectual disability. 

What’s in store:
• Trivia challenges across a mix of topics, no need to be a walking encyclopaedia! 
• Exciting prizes to be won! 
• Light snacks included in your ticket price; drinks available at the bar. 
• The event isn’t just fun - it supports awareness and inclusion for people living with intellectual disability. 

🎟 Ticket info: $25 per person, or $200 for a table of 10 (plus booking fee) 

👉 Grab your team or come solo and mix & match - everyone welcome!

✨ Whether you’re a trivia guru or just in it for the fun and good vibes, this is the night to come together, celebrate diversity, and have a blast.
Don’t miss out -  tag your trivia squad and book your tickets today!

https://events.humanitix.com/trivia-night-st5f8m98

Get In Touch

Get in Touch

Street address: Building 2, Level 1, Pearce Community Centre, Collett Place, Pearce ACT 2607
Postal address: Pearce Community Centre, Collett Place, Pearce ACT 2607

If you are visiting us in person, we are located next to KidSafe.

Phone: 02 6290 0656
Email: admin@actdsa.org.au
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 4.00pm

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