DSWA Ready for Work Program In early January 2026, our DSWA employment coordinator, Lara, will run a 5-week Ready for Work program. This program helps our members learn the skills and knowledge they need to start working. It is great for: School leavers who want to… Read More
DSWA Life Skills Lab This year we started our new project called The Life Skills Lab. From June to September, 47 people joined or helped at our events. From September to December, 53 people joined. It is great to see more people coming each… Read More
DSWA Aim High Events 2026 is going to be a great year for Aim High. We have activities every month.Events will be held in North and South Perth, so everyone gets a chance to come along.There are lots of different activities to enjoy.These include relaxed pub… Read More
DSWA Playgroup East We launched a new playgroup in 2025, Playgroup East which has steadily grown over the year. A big thank you to the City of Belmont, WA for their support. And thank you so much to Anita for all her work as the Playgroup… Read More
DSWA Great Southern Catch Up Our Great Southern members had a Christmas meetup on the 7th December. Nineteen people caught up for a lovely, casual afternoon tea at Jean and her family’s house.A huge thank you to our regional representatives Jean, Wendy and Jenny who organised such… Read More
DSWA Office Closing Dates The Down Syndrome WA office is closed over the festive period from 4pm on Tuesday 23 December and will reopen at 8.30 am on Monday 5 January. From all of us here at DSWA, we wish you a positive and joyous festive… Read More
DSWA – Christmas Party! What a wonderful afternoon of fun and connection at the annual DSWA community Christmas Party So lovely to catch up with our long time members and welcome so many new faces!… Read More
DSWA – Parents and Bubs Morning Tea Our final morning tea for the year was a great success . We were joined by four wonderful families for lots of laughs, great conversations, and plenty of cuddles. We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all the… Read More
DSWA – Midwest Bowls Our Midwest members got together for a Barefoot Bowls event. in November. Lots of families came together for some chats and a catchup. Thank you to our volunteer Regional Representative Emily, who organised this family event . And thank you to… Read More
DSWA E-News November 2025 Our November E-news is out now! Check your email inbox for updates on Guardianship Workshop, Ready for Work Program, Friends for Life and Aim High Festive Craft, Kids Club Basketball and plus lots more! Keep up to date with everything happening at… Read More
DSWA – Inclusion at Work Week This #InclusionAtWorkWeek we’re sharing some insights from DSWA staff member, Tilly. Tilly has started work in the DSWA office and is supporting Lara, our Employment Coordinator. Lara had a chat with Tilly about working at DSWA. Read Lara’s… Read More
DSWA – Inclusion at Work Week It’s #InclusionatWorkWeek2025 ! At DSWA, we proudly run an Open Employment Program which creates real opportunities for members who are ready to take the next step into the workforce. We’re passionate about connecting our members with inclusive, supportive workplaces where they feel… Read More
