We know many people in our community are worried about what these changes could mean for them and their families.
We’ve shared an update explaining what the legislation includes, what we are concerned about and what happens next.
Nothing has changed yet for individual plans or supports. We will continue to keep our community informed as more detail becomes available.
Read the update: buff.ly/uhBsVH5
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3 days ago
DSA joins other Disability Representative Organisations (DROs) in calling for a thorough Senate Inquiry into the NDIS Reform Bill introduced by the Australian Government yesterday.
Our CEO, Darryl Steff, says:
“These proposed changes will have real, day-to-day impacts on people with disability and their families. Without proper consultation, there is a serious risk of creating unintended consequences and further eroding the trust people have in the NDIS.”
Read the full statement: www.downsyndrome.org.au/blog/2026/05/15/joint-statement-concerns-over-rushed-ndis-reforms/
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3 days ago
We’ve got some news about Voice.
Voice is the national magazine for Australia’s Down syndrome community.
For many years, Voice has been a place where people with Down syndrome share their stories and what matters to them. It has also helped families and supporters stay informed and connected.
To keep Voice going into the future, we are moving to a subscription model this year.
You can choose from two options:
Print subscription – $40 per year
Two printed issues delivered to your door.
Digital subscription – $20 per year
Two issues delivered straight to your inbox.
Every subscription helps make sure people with Down syndrome continue to have a national platform to share their stories.
Subscribe or continue your subscription: buff.ly/O397YbX
Thank you for your support. We look forward to sharing the next issue of Voice with you soon.
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4 days ago
Missed our Inclusive Education webinar last week?
You can now watch the recording online.
This practical and engaging session explores what inclusive education can look like for students with Down syndrome.
Grounded in lived experience and evidence-based practice, the webinar shares practical strategies that help create inclusive learning environments for every student.
Topics include:
• inclusion and students’ rights
• classroom strategies and best practice
• reasonable adjustments and supports
• building respectful and inclusive school cultures
• working effectively with families
The webinar is designed for teachers, school leaders, education support staff and allied professionals working in primary and secondary schools.
It’s also relevant for families, advocates and anyone interested in strengthening inclusive education.
Watch it here: buff.ly/TyDJEdR
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5 days ago
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