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  1. About us
  2. Who we are

Who we are

We are a UK based international disabled people's organisation, comprising a membership of individuals and organisations from all over the world, 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.

What we stand for

What we stand for

People with Down syndrome living healthy and meaningful lives in the community. Read more

Published: 30th September, 2018

Updated: 4th November, 2018

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Our approach

Our approach

Everything we do is guided by the views of people with Down syndrome and those who support them. Read more

Published: 24th September, 2018

Updated: 29th May, 2020

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Who we work with

Who we work with

Bringing together knowledge, expertise and experience to support those who need it most. Read more

Published: 23rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th November, 2018

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What we think

What we think

We work to inform and influence policies that affect people with Down syndrome. Read more

Published: 22nd September, 2018

Updated: 27th May, 2021

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    Introducing Kami

    Meet Kami - the world's first virtual influencer with Down syndrome, on a mission to revolutionise the digital world!

  • World Down Syndrome Congress 2024

    World Down Syndrome Congress 2024

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

  • Universal Design for Learning

    Universal Design for Learning

    UDL helps teachers to address the needs of all students in the classroom at the same time!

  • The first official World Down Syndrome Day in Zambia

    The first official World Down Syndrome Day in Zambia

    For the first time in 2022, the Government of Zambia recognises World Down Syndrome Day as an official calendar day.

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  • Myths and facts

    Myths and facts

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

  • World Down Syndrome Day programme 2022

    World Down Syndrome Day programme 2022

    We have an exciting programme of webinars for you to join on World Down Syndrome Day as we ask what #InclusionMeans. Please join us and share the key messages from the events.

  • Use of terminology

    Use of terminology

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

  • Learning profile of a person with Down syndrome

  • Education Guidelines

    Education Guidelines

    Through our international guidelines and wider education activities, we are enabling people with Down syndrome to achieve their full potential.

  • World Down Syndrome Day

    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.

  • COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for people with Down syndrome

    COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for people with Down syndrome

    T21RS have published data from a survey of nearly 2000 vaccinated individuals with Down syndrome.

  • Down Syndrome International statement on Ukraine conflict

    Down Syndrome International statement on Ukraine conflict

    Down Syndrome International (DSi) is calling on all parties involved in the current conflict in Ukraine to respect their obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law.

  • Improve lives with your support!

    Improve lives with your support!

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

  • What job do you do?

    What job do you do?

    We asked people with Down syndrome to tell us about their job.

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