About Voice

Today, we’re celebrating 15 years of working alongside people with Down syndrome, families and our state and territory partners.

For 15 years, we’ve led change, influenced policy and been a national voice for our community.

Through our Disability Representative Organisation work, we now also represent people with intellectual disability caused by chromosomal variations, and their families.

We’ll keep working to make sure everyone in our community is valued, included and living the lives they choose.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us on our journey so far. ... See MoreSee Less

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My Perspective 2026 is now open!

This is an international photography competition for people with Down syndrome.

It is a chance to show how you see the world through photos. You can take pictures on your phone, tablet or camera.

There are categories for children and adults, with a range of prizes including judges’ awards and people’s choice awards.

Entries close on Friday 26 June.

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2 days ago

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Watch Australian self-advocates Michael and Tim speak at the United Nations in New York.

It was fantastic to see Australia represented at the World Down Syndrome Day Conference 2026 in New York.

DSA Board Member and self-advocate Michael Cox, and self-advocate and researcher Tim Cologon, spoke at this important event.

Michael shared his journey from loneliness to belonging, and also hosted a session during the conference.

Tim, alongside his sister Kathy Cologon, spoke about children as changemakers and what children want us to know about loneliness.

These are important topics that will resonate with many people.

Watch their presentations here: buff.ly/OLV4uTv

• Michael Cox presentation (47:30)
• Michael Cox hosting session (1:47:20)
• Tim and Kathy Cologon presentation (2:15:00) ... See MoreSee Less

3 days ago

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Some fantastic shots from our World Down Syndrome Day Morning Tea at Parliament House in Canberra on Monday.

Thanks to everyone who joined us and made it such a special morning. ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago

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