What’s On at DSWA For details of the events below see our e-News (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/down-syndrome-wa-newsletters/), go to our Events (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/events/) page or contact us – admin@downsyndromewa.org.au… Read More
World Down Syndrome Day at DSWA This years World Down Syndrome Day theme is “Breaking the Stereotypes”.So we have decided to celebrate our members living with Down syndrome working in and enjoying the Arts in all its forms. If you are an actor, painter, you draw, dance, sing, maybe… Read More
Gemma Namey joins Down Syndrome Australia board 30 January, 2024 Down Syndrome Australia is thrilled to announce the appointment of Gemma Namey to the board of Down Syndrome Australia. Gemma’s experience as a lawyer focuses on human rights, with a particular focus on the rights of… Read More
DSWA Ready for Work DSWA will be running a Ready for Work program commencing in February. Book at https://www.trybooking.com/COLHC… Read More
DSWA Employment Opportunity We are hiring! We will be appointing an Administration Superhero to our team. This is a part time role and will suit an applicant with extensive administration or other relevant work experience.Please email Admin@downsyndromewa.org.au for the position description and selection criteria. Applications from within our community… Read More
DSWA Gala Support Tickets for the 5th Annual DSWA Gala Dinner are on sale! Events come with a lot of expenses and last year we had amazing sponsors that really assisted cover some of the event costs. This year we thought we would get in early and give everyone… Read More
DSWA Employment – Have you considered starting a microbusiness? The term microbusiness, also known as a microenterprise, refers to a small business that employs fewer than 10 people. DSWA member Viktor has had his own microbusiness, “Recycleman Perth”, since December 2021. Viktor’s mum Sue said. He started his… Read More
18 January, 2024 DSA review of whether the Disability Royal Commission Recommendations meet our ‘Advocacy Asks’ We have shared our initial thoughts on the Disability Royal Commission Final Report with the Australian Government’s Department of Social Services through their consultation process. Our review document focuses on how the DRC recommendations… Read More
DSWA Open Employment DSWA member, Brayden is thriving in his new role as general hand at the Boxman. He took to his tasks like a duck to water. He is enjoying working with his mate Jack who has been working independently in his role at the Boxman… Read More
DSWA SLES – Congratulations Sian What an exciting time for one of our members Sian. Moving from SLES (School Leavers Employment Services) into the world of employment. Sian worked with a mentor to learn new skills including answering the phone, how to use word, and excel. She learnt… Read More
DSWA Christmas Party Over 200 members of all ages joined us for our DSWA Christmas Party. DJ King played great tunes all day while everyone enjoyed the garden games, bubbles, facepainting and yummy food. Of course, the big man himself, Santa, paid a visit, delivering all the children a… Read More
DSWA What’s On For details of the events below see our e-News (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/down-syndrome-wa-newsletters/), go to our Events (https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wa/news-and-events/events/) page or contact us – admin@downsyndromewa.org.au… Read More
