What is Down syndrome?

In their own words

People with Down syndrome answer your questions about Down syndrome. Read more

Myths and facts

Being clear on myths associated with Down syndrome and compare them to the facts. Read more

Use of terminology

What to say and what not to say about Down syndrome. Read more

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Launch of Listen Include Respect survey

Have your say so DSi and Inclusion International know what to put into the new International Guidelines for Inclusive Participation
Launch of Listen Include Respect survey

Have your say so DSi and Inclusion International know what to put into the new International Guidelines for Inclusive Participation
Listen Include Respect survey

Have your say so DSi and Inclusion International know what to put into the new International Guidelines for Inclusive Participation
Launch of our education guidelines

DSi is delighted to announce the publication of the International Guidelines for the Education of Learners with Down Syndrome.

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World Down Syndrome Congress

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World Down Syndrome Day

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Use of terminology

What to say and what not to say about Down syndrome.
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Being clear on myths associated with Down syndrome and compare them to the facts.
Cancellation of WDSD events in New York and Geneva due to global COVID-19 situation

It is with deep regret that Down Syndrome International announces today the cancellation of the WDSD conferences in New York and Geneva.
WDSD @ United Nations 2020 Virtual Conference - Speaker 27 - Malin Andersson

Malin Andersson from Sweden tells us about her personal experiences participating #WeDecide

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Launch of our education guidelines

DSi is delighted to announce the publication of the International Guidelines for the Education of Learners with Down Syndrome Read more

Launch of Listen Include Respect survey

Have your say so DSi and Inclusion International know what to put into the new International Guidelines for Inclusive Participation Read more