About Voice

Meet Claire Mitchell from Queensland 👋

In 2020, Claire became the first Independent Director with Down syndrome on DSA’s Board.

We spoke to Claire about her role, her personal journey and why it’s important for people with Down syndrome to have a voice at this level.

Click here to read Claire's interview:

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Well done Claire

Well done Claire

Go Claire!

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🎥 We’re excited to share a new DSA video!

Watch to learn about DSA’s role and the work we’re doing to support people with Down syndrome and their families.

A big thank you to everyone in our community who took part in the video.

This video is part of DSA’s first-ever digital Annual Report, Together We Can: Strengthening Our Community, which includes highlights, infographics, and more videos showing our work and impact.

View the Annual Report:

Note: The Annual Report is best viewed on a desktop computer.

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Do you have a disability, or are you a parent of a child with a disability?

The University of Queensland wants your input to help shape the future of disability sport research!

The SPORTY Project is asking young people with disability and their families what researchers should focus on when it comes to playing sports with a disability.

Through two to three short surveys, they want to identify and rank the most important areas for future research. Your insights will help guide meaningful research for the Brisbane 2034 Paralympics and Olympics.

Take the first survey here:

Get involved and help shape the future of disability sports!

Please share this with family and friends who might be interested.

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2 days ago

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Down Syndrome Australia stands alongside over 60 organisations and individuals in advocating for the Federal Government to create a Disability Minister and portfolio as part of election commitments.

Without a dedicated Minister and Department focused on the needs of people with disability, institutionalised ableism will continue to silence the voices of vulnerable groups, including Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) and Culturally and Linguistically and Racially Marginalised (CARM) women and LGBTQIA+ First Nations people with disability.

This vital reform is necessary to ensure all Australians with disability are heard and supported.

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