We are thrilled to announce Bank of Melbourne Foundation has awarded a $300,000 multi-year grant to Down Syndrome Victoria (DSV) to support learning and inclusion for Victorian students with Down syndrome. Students with Down syndrome and their families frequently face challenges in mainstream educational settings, with schools often citing insufficient… Read More
Down Syndrome Victoria (DSV) is a community based, not-for-profit membership association. We have a proud history of supporting individuals, families and the community since 1978. We work alongside people with Down syndrome and their families so they may reach their full potential and live the lives… Read More
Response to NDIS Review: What We Have Heard 6 September, 2023 Down Syndrome Australia (DSA) welcomes the opportunity to provide input into the Independent Review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. We have been actively involved in a number of areas of the NDIS Review. This report focuses on responses… Read More
What’s on at DSWA For details of the events below see our e-News, go to our Events page or contact us – admin@downsyndromewa.org.au… Read More
DSWA August E-news Read our August e-News for updates on StepUP!, Board Nominations, Member Stories, New Parent Morning Tea, Regional Visits and Upcoming Events – https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/DSWA-ENews-August-23.pdf… Read More
Volunteer Photographer Needed Please reach out to us at tracy@downsyndromewa.org.au if you’re interested. Read More
New Chair and Deputy Chair of Down Syndrome Australia 14 August 2023 Down Syndrome Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Rebecca Kelly and Mr David Fuller as the new Chair and Deputy Chair respectively of the Board of Down Syndrome Australia. … Read More
Announcement from the Chairman Down Syndrome Australia joins Inclusion International 10 August 2023 Down Syndrome Australia (DSA) is proud to announce its membership with Inclusion International, a leading global network advocating for the rights and inclusion of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Read More
NDIS guideline updates August 3, 2023 The NDIS has updated two of its key guidelines: Guide to Self Management Creating Your Plan guideline Guide to Self management: The NDIS have also released a new animation about how self-managing an NDIS… Read More
DSA leading advocacy in NDIS review August 3, 2023 Senior Advocacy Manager, Rachel Spencer, talks about what DSA is doing to ensure feedback from our community is being provided, and solutions found, as part of the NDIS Review. Self-advocate Leigh Creighton (pictured above with Rachel) attended… Read More
Board Notice 1 August 2023 2023/24 Board Nominations The DSWA AGM will be held on 24 October 2023 Nominations to the Board are now open The Down Syndrome WA Board of Directors invites nominations from members, their family/extended family, and members of the WA community to fill upcoming vacancies… Read More
Our teenage years can be an exciting and empowering time, where we explore our independence and begin making more of our own decisions. It’s also a time when we experience new challenges and personal development is crucial. We understand that having a positive and nurturing environment during these pivotal years is… Read More
