13 June, 2022 Down Syndrome Australia congratulates Michael Sullivan on being appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2022 Honours List. The Order of Australia recognises Australians who have demonstrated outstanding service or exceptional achievement, and Michael has been recognised for his significant service… Read More
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On Friday 6 May, members of ACTDSA and the community got together for a formal gala dinner to celebrate the achievements of people with Down syndrome. It was a good night for all. Thank you to everyone who came to celebrate with us. Thank you to Minister Emma Davidson… Read More
We are looking for MyTime Facilitators, MyTime Officers and Play Leaders across Victoria The MyTime program is an initiative funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services (DSS) and coordinated nationally by the Parenting Research Centre (PRC). It is a facilitated peer support group… Read More
Behind the scenes at Down Syndrome Victoria (DSV) we’ve been working tirelessly with partners and our community on several exciting initiatives that I am excited to share with you in this special update. MyTime MyTime is a peer support program offering socialisation, information and support for carers of children with… Read More
Business lessons can be learnt via many of life’s personal experiences and previous commercial dealings. Interesting, extremely thought-provoking, and moving circumstances can often throw us into turmoil, emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually. Let’s face it, no-one wants to be faced with a challenge that can literally change… Read More
Upholding the rights of Australians with disability to vote April 21, 2022 For many years Down Syndrome Australia has been advocating for change to discriminatory laws about voting for people with a disability. Australian laws must recognise that people with disability enjoy the right to vote on an equal basis with… Read More
Releasing our new report February 7, 2022 Ellen Skladzien, CEO Down Syndrome Australia and Jess Wilson, CEO Good Things Foundation Australia share their insights on bridging the digital divide for people with intellectual disability. Historically, people with intellectual disability have been left behind when it comes to… Read More
As the WA Borders progress toward opening, we have received phone calls from concerned parents asking for the organisation’s COVID policy. The Board has recently discussed this issue and come to a policy resolution. I am pleased to provide a copy of the 2022, DSWA COVID Policy… Read More
Associate Professor Rhonda Faragher, Alana Pettigrew, Rebecca Flanagan, Dr Jan Lloyd, Mia Johnston and Michael Cox. Four adults with Down syndrome have been hired as research assistants in a new study from The University of Queensland which explores the quality of life of Gen Zs (18-30 year olds) with Down… Read More
Regional Family Network Coordinator Down Syndrome Victoria (DSV) is looking to recruit a ‘people’ person with knowledge of regional issues and commitment to diversity and inclusivity, into a newly created role of Regional Family Network Coordinator. Regional Family Networks (RFNs) are independent grassroots groups created by families seeking connection to… Read More
Our submission on the New Disability Employment Support Model January 12, 2022 Down Syndrome Australia (DSA) welcomes the opportunity to provide input into the New Disability Employment Support model being developed by Department of Social Services. Our response focuses on key issues for people with Down syndrome… Read More
