We are an international disabled people's organisation, committed to improving quality of life for people with Down syndrome, promoting their right to be included on a full and equal basis with others.

Inclusive education

We advocate for every child to have access to inclusive and equitable quality education to enhance their opportunities and quality of life.

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Author: Anna Sands

Inclusive employment

We are working with our global network of member organisations to advocate for inclusive employment.

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Author: Anna Sands

Inclusive health

We advocate for everyone to have the right to enjoy the highest attainable standard of health, without discrimination.

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Inclusive organisations

We advocate for organisations to include people with disabilities in everything they do.

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Author: Anna Sands

Self-advocacy

We support self-advocates and train national Down syndrome organisations to run self-advocacy groups.

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Author: Nathan Rowe

World Down Syndrome Day

21 March is World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), the day that the Down syndrome community creates a single global voice advocating for the rights, inclusion and well being of people with Down syndrome.

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Improve lives with your support!

We need your support to continue our work improving the lives of people with Down syndrome. Donate today.

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Author: Andrew Boys

World Down Syndrome Congress 2024

Down Syndrome Australia invites you to the 15th World Down Syndrome Congress in Brisbane. Register your interest today!

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Author: Anna Sands

Location: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre,Southbank, Brisbane

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