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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/

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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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69% of people with intellectual disability experience constipation or continence challenges. That's nearly 7 in 10 Australian families navigating this every day with disrupted sleep, confidence, routines, and family life.

DSIDQ brings you Toilet Talk by Natalie Gentile, Paediatric Stomal Therapist and Clinical Nurse Consultant. Registered since 2015, Natalie specialises in continence management for people with Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disability. She's a keynote speaker with the Professional Association of Nurses in Developmental Disability Australia, presenter at Continence Health Australia conferences, and recipient of the Continence Health Australia STAC Scholarship. But more than credentials, she brings lived expertise and a deep commitment to equitable, compassionate, social-justice-centered care.In this session, you'll learn:✓ Practical strategies for constipation & continence management✓ Toilet training approaches that actually work✓ Real answers from someone who genuinely understands✓ A safe space to ask questions and connect with other familiesFriday, August 28 | 12:00pm–1:00pm (QLD) | Online | FreeReserve your spot now → link in bio (Humanitix)#ToiletTalk #DSIDQ #IntellectualDisability #ContinenceMatters #FamiliesFirst #DisabilityInclusion📊 Verified source: 69.3% prevalence of constipation in people with intellectual disabilities | Academic research (Prevalence of Constipation in Intellectual Disability systematic review) ... See MoreSee Less

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DSIDQ Week in Review ✨

This week, Sarah sat onbthe panel at @kismet_community Success Circle. It brought together leaders in the disability and healthcare sector to discuss the topic: "From Growth to Constraint: Leading in a Tightening Care Economy."While that was happening, our Springfield team launched Week 1 of Hear Me Out, our debate and communication program is reaching young people in another part of Queensland!Sarah was also out in Rockhampton this week, connecting with carers at Wellways Carer Gateway and MyTime. These are spaces where parents and carers of kids with disability, chronic illness, or developmental delay actually feel understood. On the advocacy side: QAAN hosted Matthew Gillett from @endeavourfoundation. The QAAN gave him great feedback on some of their new advocacy resources. That's the kind of collaboration that strengthens the whole sector.Here in Brisbane city, Michael went into podcast production mode at the @christiespaces. More conversations coming soon, an d more to come. Watch this space!Busy week. Building week. Good week. 💙If you'd like to learn more about DSIDQ's programs, services or opportunities to partner with us, we'd love to hear from you: office@dsidq.org.au.#InclusiveCommunities #InclusiveEducation #DisabilityInclusion #IntellectualDisability #DownSyndrome #CommunityImpact #Queensland ... See MoreSee Less

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Every workplace has a culture.

The question is whether that culture creates opportunities for everyone.Across Queensland, more employers are discovering that people with Intellectual disabilities have valuable skills, perspectives and enthusiasm to bring to the workplace. Often, it starts with a simple conversation about what's possible.Carina Leagues Club is one organisation that asked that question.Today, Alice, Jeremy (pictured here) and Caitlin are valued members of the team, working across hospitality, customer service and Playland. Their employment has not only created meaningful opportunities for them, but encouraged managers to think differently about how they teach, support and lead their teams.People Operations Manager Emma Munns says the experience has strengthened the workplace."The whole Carina staff has been nothing short of amazing and accommodating... It's been a pleasure watching the team come together and be so inclusive."When asked what she'd say to other employers considering inclusive employment, her answer was simple:"Do it."Inclusive employment isn't about creating special opportunities. It's about recognising potential, making room for different ways of learning, and building workplaces where everyone has the chance to contribute.As more employers take that first step, they're finding that inclusive employment doesn't just change someone's life - it strengthens teams, enriches workplace culture and helps build more connected communities.Could your workplace be next?We are here to help and are ready for that conversation. Contact us on (07) 3356 6655 or email office@dsidq.org.au. ... See MoreSee Less

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Our annual community survey is back!

Your feedback helps us build better support and services, and every response makes a difference.It will only take 3-4 minutes of your time.You can find the survey in the link in our bio, titled "Community Survey", or access this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/…Do note that the survey will close on the 18th of August, so get in quick and have your voice heard!#YourVoiceMatters #DisabilityInclusion #FeedbackMatters ... 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
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