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Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Queensland (DSIDQ) is the peak body for people with intellectual disability in Queensland

DSIDQ is committed to ensuring people with intellectual disability, their families, and communities feel connected, supported, and empowered through access to information, resources, and advocacy. We act as a bridge between individuals, families, employers, and service providers, helping people with intellectual disability pursue meaningful opportunities and live fulfilling lives.

View our range of research-backed programs, services and events below. If you want to learn more about other intellectual disability bodies, visit the Intellectual Disability Queensland website: https://idqld.org.au/

What is an intellectual disability?

Intellectual disability is when a doctor says someone has trouble with thinking and learning. This means they find it hard to learn things and do everyday tasks. People with intellectual disability can learn new things, it just might take them more time. They might need things explained in a different way. 

People with intellectual disability have the same rights, feelings, and goals as everyone else.

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💙 DSIDQ Week in Review

It’s been a busy week across DSIDQ, with opportunities to connect with carers, community organisations and sector partners across Queensland.📍 NambourWe joined an information session at the Carer Gateway Hub in Nambour, alongside our MyTime facilitator Donna, who will be commencing a new MyTime group in the area in Term 4!We’re looking forward to welcoming local carers to the group and creating another opportunity for connection and peer support.📍 RockhamptonSarah travelled to Rockhampton for the final MyTime group of the term. MyTime Bingo was a particular hit with the group, making for a fun way to wrap up the term.🤝 Building connectionsSarah also had a productive breakfast meeting with Dan Smith from @TheSmithFamilyAustralia , followed by attending the QDN Conference.These opportunities to connect with organisations and people across the sector are an important part of our work. They allow us to share ideas, strengthen relationships and continue learning from the broader disability and community sector.🎭 And back in the office...The team has also been steadily preparing for our upcoming Brisbane Masquerade Ball, which is now just over a month away.If you’re planning to join us, make sure you secure your tickets soon. We’d love to see our community, supporters and partners there for what promises to be a wonderful evening.📅 Friday 23 October 2026📍 Rydges South Bank Brisbane🎟️ Tickets are available through this link: https://events.humanitix.com/dsidq-masquerade-ball…#DSIDQ #DownSyndrome #IntellectualDisability #DisabilityInclusion #CarerSupport #MyTime #CommunityConnections #Queensland #DisabilitySector #CommunityEngagement ... See MoreSee Less

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Street address: 77 Kitchener Road, Ascot QLD 4007
Postal address: PO Box 356, Hamilton Central QLD 4007

Phone: (07) 3356 6655
Email: office@dsidq.org.au

Office Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

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