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DSWA Ready for Work Program

DSWA Ready for Work Program Expression of Interest: Ready for Work Program Are you a school leaver—or do you know someone who is—looking to take the first step into the workforce? Down Syndrome WA (DSWA) is inviting expressions of interest for our Ready for Work program, designed to help… Read More

Colby’s StepUP! 2025 wrap-up

I’m so happy to share highlights from Down Syndrome Victoria’s StepUP! event, which took place on 19 October. The day was filled with laughter and a true sense of unity. Families, friends and supporters from all over came together to walk, celebrate and raise vital funds for DSV. StepUP! is… Read More

DSWA on Tour – Broome and Kununurra

DSWA on Tour – Broome and Kununurra Thanks to a funding grant from Scrapheap Adventure Ride, Cassandra & Nikki are off on tour next week! They will be visiting Broome and Kununurra to connect with as many families, educators, medical and allied health professionals, and community support services… Read More

DSWA StepUp! Thank you Dancers

DSWA StepUp! Thank you Dancers Thank you to all the fantastic dancers who volunteered their time to to StepUP and Dance! We couldn’t do it without you!… Read More

October NDIS update

With lots of NDIS changes and news taking place, we have collated a summary of some of the items that might be of interest to our community. End of transition period for support rules  As of 3 October 2025, the NDIS officially ended the 12-month transition period that allowed… Read More

DSWA Telethon Family Festival

DSWA Telethon Family Festival Well that’s a wrap. What a fantastic Family Festival we had. So many visitors and lots of creativity. Thank you to all our our amazing volunteers. We could not do it without you. Read More

DSWA StepUP! Thank you DSWA Team

DSWA StepUP! Thank you DSWA Team A big thank you to our amazing staff for all the hard work to make StepUp such a success! The time you volunteer on the day of StepUp makes it all possible. Read More

DSWA StepUP! Thank you Volunteers

DSWA StepUP! Thank you Volunteers A huge thank you to all our amazing StepUP! volunteers! Your energy, smiles, and hard work made the event such a success. We couldn’t have done it without you!… Read More

DSWA CEO Award Finalist

DSWA CEO Award Finalist Our CEO Cassandra Hughes has been selected as a finalist in the Most Visionary Leader award for the 2025 Australian Disability Service Awards presented by @1.community What a wonderful achievement! The awards will be held in Melbourne on 13 November, and we couldn’t be happier… Read More

DSWA StepUP! Thank you Sponsors

DSWA StepUP! Thank you Sponsors A massive THANK YOU to our incredible StepUP! sponsors for supporting our amazing event! Your generous contributions have helped us raise some much-needed funds, and we couldn’t have done it without you. We’re beyond grateful for your support! Donations remain open throughout… Read More

DSWA Telethon Family Festival

DSWA Telethon Family Festival We’re excited to be part of the Telethon Family Festival 2025! You will find us at Stand 138 in the RAC Arena. The generosity of the WA community and Telethon7 Perth allows us to provide our Family Support Services including prenatal… Read More

DSWA StepUP! Fundraisers

DSWA StepUP! Fundraisers A massive round of applause for our Top 10 Fundraisers! Your passion and dedication are making a real difference. And a heartfelt thank you to all our fundraisers — every little bit counts and helps us reach our goals! Donations remain open throughout October… Read More