DSWA – We Need Employers We have many of our members who would love the opportunity to find meaningful work. Our Employment Coordinator, Isabelle, is continuing to connect with employers and businesses in the community who are open to inclusive employment. Inclusive employment means giving… Read More
DSWA – Celebrating Employment DSWA member Izzie has reached full independence in her role at IGA, which means she no longer needs a mentor to support her while she is at work. She continues to grow in confidence, build her skills and show what she can achieve in… Read More
DSWA – Parents and Bubs Morning Tea Our third Parents & Bub Morning Tea for the year was a wonderful success, with six families joining us at the DSWA office. It was such a lovely morning filled with plenty of laughs, lots of conversation and the… Read More
DSWA – Looking for an Employment Mentor We’re looking for an Employment Mentor in the Joondalup area to support someone with their employment goals. ⏰ 3 hours per week📍 Joondalup area💰 Paid position If you have experience supporting people with disabilities and think you could… Read More
DSWA – Kelpies for Kids We are so excited to be partnering with Kelpies for Kids Kelpies for Kids advocates for West Australian bush families by raising awareness of their unique challenges, amplifying their voices, and ensuring they are supported, seen, and connected… Read More
We’re thrilled to share a monthly update from the Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN) – a national group of people with Down syndrome who meet fortnightly to build their skills and share their views. This month, we hear from Sandon. Read More
DSWA August eNews Our July E-news is out now! Check your email inbox for updates on StepUP!, AGM, Parents and Bubs Morning Tea, Fathers Day Golf, Adults workshops and upcoming social events and and much more Keep up to date with everything happening… Read More
31 August 2026 Parenting surprises Parenting has been full of surprises for Rachael. Already a busy mum to two girls, she fell pregnant again in 2022, never imagining the journey that lay ahead. When Rachael discovered her third child, Ebony, had Down syndrome, it came as a surprise. But just a year later, when she fell… Read More
26 August 2026 The NDIS Bill is now law, what happens next? Information about the NDIS Bill in Easy Read. You might have heard that the NDIS Bill is now law. What does this mean? The NDIS Amendment… Read More
DSWA – Partnership Opportunities Can you partner with DSWA to support our biggest fundraiser of the year? This October, StepUP! and Dance for Down Syndrome returns as Down Syndrome WA’s signature initiative for Down Syndrome Awareness Month. To make StepUP! possible, we’re looking for businesses… Read More
24 August 2026 Down Syndrome Victoria has worked with our community, partners and health professionals to develop new resources about dementia and ageing well. We’re excited to launch our new dementia webpage, bringing together practical information, training and resources designed specifically for people with… Read More
DSWA – StepUP! and Dance One of the amazing parts of StepUP! is seeing everyone come together in support of inclusion and the Down syndrome community. Every smile, every conversation and every dance move helps create a community where everyone belongs. Book your… Read More
