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📣 Calling all disability support workers and service providers! Interested in becoming a Digital Mentor? Join us on 15 May for a FREE two-hour webinar on bridging the digital divide for young people and adults with intellectual disability. Build your confidence in digital literacy support. Hear about the latest resources available. Learn how to support people to gain skills and confidence in online safety. Wednesday 15 May at 11 am AEST. Register here: https://buff.ly/3WwyDBM Explore our Bridging the Divide resources to learn more: https://buff.ly/3WyjBv4 #DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #DownSyndromeSupport #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityEmpowerment #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityPride #DisabilityRights #disabilitysupport #EmbraceInclusion

📣 Calling all disability support workers and service providers!

Interested in becoming a Digital Mentor?Join us on 15 May for a FREE two-hour webinar on bridging the digital divide for young people and adults with intellectual disability. Build your confidence in digital literacy support. Hear about the latest resources available. Learn how to support people to gain skills and confidence in online safety.Wednesday 15 May at 11 am AEST. Register here: Explore our Bridging the Divide resources to learn more: #DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #DownSyndromeSupport #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityEmpowerment #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityPride#DisabilityRights #disabilitysupport #EmbraceInclusion ... See MoreSee Less

23 hours ago

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Liana Webb something you could do remotely ?

👏 Big thanks to Amelia, Emily and all our other amazing Health Ambassadors! Theyve been busy teaching medical, nursing and allied health students about communicating well with people who have intellectual disability. Last month, Amelia and Emily were at Melbourne University, showing Master of Nursing Students why good communication matters. They gave examples and tips to help these future healthcare professionals build better connections and enhance health outcomes for people with Down syndrome. Learn more about our Health Ambassadors work on our website https://buff.ly/3T08QQg #DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #inclusion #inclusionaustralia #InclusionForAll #Inclusionmatters #inclusivecommunity

👏 Big thanks to Amelia, Emily and all our other amazing Health Ambassadors!

They've been busy teaching medical, nursing and allied health students about communicating well with people who have intellectual disability.Last month, Amelia and Emily were at Melbourne University, showing Master of Nursing Students why good communication matters. They gave examples and tips to help these future healthcare professionals build better connections and enhance health outcomes for people with Down syndrome. Learn more about our Health Ambassadors' work on our website #DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #inclusion #inclusionaustralia#InclusionForAll #Inclusionmatters #inclusivecommunity ... See MoreSee Less

2 days ago

3 CommentsComment on Facebook

That’s amazing thank you girls

Well done ladies. Love your work!

Lovely photo

🌟 Meet Lauren Murray from the ACT. Shes one of the valued members of our Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN). Lauren has completed a certificate in Business Studies and computer courses. Shes been working with Koomarri in various roles since 2006. Koomarri provides support for people with a disability across business, training, community and residential programs. Laura lives independently and enjoys being active in her community. She hits the gym several times a week and takes part in the Wizards Bowling League. Lauren approaches life with positivity, always ready to tackle new challenges. About the DSAN The DSAN is a group of people with Down syndrome. They ensure that Down Syndrome Australia hears directly from people with Down syndrome on matters that affect them. Interested in learning more about DSAN and its members? Click here: https://buff.ly/4dfLBtl #DownSyndromeAwareness #DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #IncludeMe #inclusion #inclusionaustralia #InclusionForAll #Inclusionmatters #InclusiveCommunity #InclusiveOpportunities

🌟 Meet Lauren Murray from the ACT. She's one of the valued members of our Down Syndrome Advisory Network (DSAN).

Lauren has completed a certificate in Business Studies and computer courses. She's been working with Koomarri in various roles since 2006. Koomarri provides support for people with a disability across business, training, community and residential programs. Laura lives independently and enjoys being active in her community. She hits the gym several times a week and takes part in the Wizards Bowling League. Lauren approaches life with positivity, always ready to tackle new challenges.About the DSANThe DSAN is a group of people with Down syndrome. They ensure that Down Syndrome Australia hears directly from people with Down syndrome on matters that affect them.Interested in learning more about DSAN and its members? Click here: #DownSyndromeAwareness #DownSyndromeAdvocate #downsyndromeaustralia #IncludeMe #inclusion #inclusionaustralia #InclusionForAll #Inclusionmatters #InclusiveCommunity #InclusiveOpportunities ... See MoreSee Less

5 days ago

3 CommentsComment on Facebook

Well done on all your achieving Lauren! 👏🏻

Up the milk!

PlayDarryl ABC News 1 May 2024.mov

📺 Did you see our CEO, Darryl Steff, on ABC News last night?

The interview was about Iceland's remarkably low rate of babies born with Down syndrome – only 2 or 3 each year. Around 85% of pregnant Icelandic women opt for prenatal testing. Almost all pregnancies with Down syndrome are terminated.Darryl discussed how this approach in Iceland creates a negative perception around Down syndrome. He talked about the importance of giving clear, objective information to prospective parents during prenatal testing, so they can make informed choices. Darryl also stressed the need for better support and training for healthcare professionals.We're committed to advocating for this change. Watch Darryl’s interview below and read our Advocacy Asks document outlining our key priorities here: ... See MoreSee Less

6 days ago

1 CommentComment on Facebook

Great interview Darryl, thank you for representing this issue so well!