World Down Syndrome Day across Australia
Our state and territory partners celebrated World Down Syndrome Day 2026 in many different ways this year. Communities came together across the country to celebrate and connect. Read More
Our state and territory partners celebrated World Down Syndrome Day 2026 in many different ways this year. Communities came together across the country to celebrate and connect.
Our state and territory partners celebrated World Down Syndrome Day 2026 in many different ways this year. Communities came together across the country to celebrate and connect. 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 Chris. Read More
DSWA Congratulations Jesse! Huge congratulations to Jesse! 🎉 Jesse has started her new role with the Emirates Retail team! She is working as a Kitchen Assistant in Little Creatures in Perth Airport, Terminal 1. We’re so proud of this amazing achievement. Wishing Jesse all the best as she starts… 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
Over 500 people turned out to Werribee Zoo on Sunday 22 March for our annual Family Fun Day to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. It was a wonderful sunny day, with clear blue skies and plenty of smiling faces – such a joyful and memorable day for everyone involved. Connecting… Read More
GVK in Sunshine West, Melbourne, are looking for an Office Assistant or Warehouse Assistant. The job GVKinsman (GVK) is in Sunshine West in Melbourne. They have a big office and warehouse. They sell electrical parts to other companies. These parts help people do their jobs. GVK want to hire an… Read More
DSWA – Zipline Fundraiser What an incredible way to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! On Saturday, our incredible fundraisers took the leap from the Matagarup Bridge zipline to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! Thanks to their courage (and your support), we are close to $15,000 raised for Down Syndrome… Read More
Who we heard from We shared such an incredible World Down Syndrome Day celebration at Parliament House Victoria on Thursday 19 March. In response to this year’s theme ’Together against loneliness’, we reflected on why it is so important for people with Down syndrome to be part of a village: to feel connected, to feel… Read More
SA – World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day 2026 ….. Together Against Loneliness ….. What a truly special day at Government House, hosted by Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC and Mr Bunten. Surrounded by 250 incredible community members — young and old — we… Read More
DSWA – Today is World Down Syndrome Day Today is World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), the day we celebrate the capacity, contribution and value of people living with Down syndrome. In 2026 the theme for World Down Syndrome Day is Together Against Loneliness. Our DSWAAN members share what helps… Read More
DSWA – WA is Lighting Up for World Down Syndrome Day WA is Lighting Up for World Down Syndrome Day! A huge thank you to all the organisations below who support inclusion by lighting up for World Down Syndrome Day! Share your local landmark photos with us! Perth… Read More
DSWA – In Plain Sight Podcast Our CEO Cassandra joined Simon and Andrew on the In Plain Sight (https://omny.fm/shows/in-plain-sight) podcast by Vision Australia Radio to discuss World Down Syndrome Day. And the importance of this years theme, Together Against Loneliness. Listen to the post… Read More