DSV Life Members

Grateful thanks to the individuals and families who have made significant contributions to Down Syndrome Victoria since its beginnings in 1978.
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Our Life Members

We gratefully acknowledge the contribution of Down Syndrome Victoria’s Life Members.

DSV’s Steph Papaleo has been spending time gathering and sharing the stories of Down Syndrome Victoria’s Life Members, bringing their experiences and contribution to DSV to our community. Click on the images below to read more, and to hear Steph’s take on each of our Life Members.


The Papaleo Family
Tony McDonald
Ros Allen
Josie and Geoff McGivern
Professor Carl Parsons
Ian Cook
Pat Willis
Fae and Peter Egan

This page is in the process of being updated. Check back soon for more stories.