DSWA Community Picnic for WDSD Come and celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with our annual community picnic! We will be holding our annual World Down Syndrome Day picnic on the grass at Burswood Park (at the base of the Zipline). This is a free event and we would love… Read More
DSWA Zipline Fundraiser Take the Leap for DSWA! We’re hosting an unforgettable Zipline Fundraiser, and you’re invited to be one of just 32 brave adventurers to take the leap! What’s involved?✨ $50 sign-up fee (credited toward your zipline experience)✨ Fundraise or self-fund $300 per participant For more information and… Read More
The first months of 2026 have seen important announcements affecting the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Alongside proposed changes to how plans will work under the New Framework Plans, the Federal Government and state and territory governments have also provided some information about Thriving Kids. Understanding the Draft Framework Plan… Read More
DSWA Lots of Socks In 2026 the official date for World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is Saturday the 21st March and the day we celebrate the uniqueness and contribution of our community with Lots of Socks. Of course, whilst WDSD is on Saturday 21st March, you can host a… Read More
DSWA Playgroups are Back DSWA’s Playgroups are back with a splash!! It was so nice catching up with our families and seeing everyone together again. Welcome to all of our new bubs and families and welcome back to all of our wonderful regulars. We’re excited for another fun year… Read More
Supporting parents, carers and children through connection, understanding and shared experience is at the heart of MyTime. One of the friendly faces helping bring this to life across several groups is our dedicated Facilitator and Play Lead, Samia Hassoun, whose journey into MyTime grew naturally from lived experience as both… Read More
DSWA World Down Syndrome Day To celebrate World Down Syndrome Day and kick off our 40th anniversary we’re celebrating in 2 ways in 2026 with a zipline fundraiser and our annual community picnic. Take the Leap for DSWA We’re hosting an unforgettable Zipline Fundraiser, and you’re invited to be… Read More
You’re invited to DSV’s Family Fun Day at Werribee Open Range Zoo to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! Sunday 22 March 10:30am to 1pm Werribee Open Range Zoo, K Road, Werribee South There will be activities and entertainment for the whole family including magic shows, roving entertainment, DSV’s… Read More
Announcing the 2026 DSV adventure walk! Are you ready to experience something truly unforgettable? You asked, and we listened; we’ve designed a bespoke trip that’s a bit shorter and a lot closer to home this year! We’re heading off along the Great Ocean Walk in November 2026! Join DSV as… Read More
We’re excited to announce the launch of Life Launch, a new fee-for-service designed to support teens and young adults with Down syndrome, and their families, as they plan for life after school. Whether you’re just beginning to think about the future or feeling unsure about the next steps, Life Launch can help you explore disability-specific… Read More
DSWA Living My Best Life Course Take a look at the first week of our Living My Best Life Course. Living independently involves being able to perform a wide variety of skills. Some of those skills include cooking, cleaning and using money. We practiced all of these skills and… Read More
We have some great opportunities for schools and educators to engage with inclusion and inclusive practices in schools to support your students with Down syndrome and involve the rest of your school community. Education conference: Monday 2 March The Down Syndrome Victoria Authentic Inclusion in Schools Education Conference is coming up… Read More
