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Our Ageing Well with Down Syndrome project is now in full swing!
In partnership with nib foundation, we’re creating practical, accessible resources to support the health and wellbeing of people with Down syndrome.
We’re excited to welcome Rohan Fullwood as Project Officer.
We’ve also brought together a brilliant Ageing Advisory Group, who will help guide the project:
Emily Porter – DSA Health Ambassador
Dr Madeleine Healy – Geriatrician & researcher, Monash University
Rebecca Konz – Associate Professor & Neuropsychiatrist, UNSW Sydney
Margot Elliffe – Parent of a 38-year-old woman with Down syndrome, retired nurse
Hannah Holmes – Senior Manager, Honeysuckle Health
Their insights will help us make resources that are practical, relevant and inclusive.
More updates coming soon!
#Downsyndrome #Inclusion #Ageing
22 hours ago
✨What a day! What a group!
Our Supporting My Rights Project Reference Group came together in Melbourne for an exciting day of recording and connection.
The group worked on a series of podcasts for participants and service providers about what good service looks like and how to communicate better.
It was a fantastic chance to meet face to face, have some fun and share their voices as part of the project.
Tomorrow, they’re jumping in front of the camera for an Easy Read photo shoot!
#disabilityrights #inclusion #humanrights
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The Australian Government is reviewing the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) to make sure it protects people with disability.
We encourage everyone in our community to have their say. You can share your thoughts on whether the DDA is working, any discrimination you’ve experienced, or what inclusion means to you.
You can make a submission in writing, or record it as audio or video, or complete the community survey.
Find out more, including Easy Read information: www.ag.gov.au/rights-and-protections/human-rights-and-anti-discrimination/australias-anti-discrim...
Consultation closes 24 October 2025.
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Team DSA was in Melbourne this week for a special planning catch-up!
It was a fantastic chance to connect in person, celebrate what we’ve achieved and share ideas for making an even bigger difference for the Down syndrome community.
We left inspired and energised. Now we’re ready to put our plans into action and keep working towards a fairer, more inclusive world for people with Down syndrome.
#DownSyndromeAustralia #DSA #downsyndrome
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