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We are the National peak organisation for people living with Down syndrome and their families

About us

We are the National peak organisation for people living with Down syndrome and their families.

People with Down syndrome are at the centre of all the work that we do.

We work with the Down Syndrome Advisory network to get their ideas and suggestions about our work.

We work to create change in social and public policy.

We want to make sure people understand the experiences of people with Down syndrome and their families. All our work is informed by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

We work together with state and territory organisations to achieve our vision.

Our Vision

People living with Down syndrome are valued and have full access to social and economic inclusion in order to achieve their full potential.

Our Values

We are committed to achieving our vision through demonstrating our values of:

  • Inclusion
  • Respect
  • Honesty
  • Empowering

Our collective purpose is leading change through the power of people with Down syndrome and the community.

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Down Syndrome Australia is the national peak organisation for people with Down syndrome in Australia.

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This means bringing together and working with the other Down syndrome associations around the country.

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People with Down syndrome are at the centre of all the work we do.

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We work with the Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN). This is a group of people with Down syndrome who give us their ideas and suggestions about our work.

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We want to make sure people understand the experiences of people with Down syndrome and their families.

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Our work helps the government and the community to make changes that help people with Down syndrome.

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We use the United Nations Convention on the Right of Persons with Disabilities to guide us in our work. This tells us all about the rights of people with disabilities.

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Meet Stella from Tasmania.

Stella has started a podcast called Happi Chats with her support worker, Hilary. She’s engaging and great to listen to.In the first episode, Stella talks about living with Down syndrome.Our employment team met Stella at Down Syndrome Tasmania’s camp last month. She finished school in 2024 and is now working towards open employment.It’s great to see her sharing her voice in this way.Listen to Episode 1 here: What other podcasts by or featuring people with Down syndrome do you enjoy? ... See MoreSee Less

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This World Health Day, it’s a good time to check in on your health.

Our free health apps can help. The Good Health App helps people with Down syndrome keep track of their health in one place.The Health Record App helps parents and carers store and manage health information.Both apps are free and easy to use.You can download them now from Google Play and the Apple App Store.Please share this post with anyone who might find these apps helpful.#DownSyndromeAustralia #InclusiveHealth #DisabilityHealth ... See MoreSee Less

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Our Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN) has been learning more about advocacy and how to speak up.

They’ve been exploring different types of advocacy, looking at DSA’s Advocacy Asks, and talking about how to support others in their community.This month, Anna shares what the group has been up to.Read Anna’s update: ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy Easter from all of us at Down Syndrome Australia 🐣

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Down Syndrome Australia

Level 8, 805/220 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000 

1300 344 954

info@downsyndrome.org.au

Media inquiries: media@downsyndrome.org.au

Pre-natal and New Families

1300 881 935

Contact your state or territory Down Syndrome Association to speak to a parent of a child with Down syndrome.

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About us

We are the National peak organisation for people living with Down syndrome and their families

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