World Down Syndrome Congress

We are committed to organising the World Down Syndrome Congress (WDSC) in different locations around the world every 3 years.

The WDSC is an unmatched opportunity for people with Down syndrome, families, advocates, professionals and researchers to meet, share knowledge, insight and experience with others from different countries and environments around the world. Those who attend once rarely miss it again!

We are very grateful to our national hosts, who put in a huge amount of work to make WDSC happen.

2018

Thank you Down's Syndrome Scotland for an unforgettable experience in Glasgow!

2021

Following the recent postponement from 2020, Emirates Down Syndrome Association cannot wait to meet you in Dubai in 2021!

Visit WDSC 2021 website

2024

Following the recent postponement from 2022, Down Syndrome Australia welcomes you to Brisbane in 2024!

Visit WDSC 2024 website

After 2024...

We are currently reviewing when and where the next WDSC will take place. Watch this space!

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We are developing guidelines with Inclusion International on the inclusive participation of people with intellectual disabilities.
World Down Syndrome Congress Dubai 2021

World Down Syndrome Congress 2021 will be held virtually between 18-20 November 2021, hosted by Emirates Down Syndrome Association.
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Health

We are developing clinical consensus guidelines for people with Down syndrome of all ages in specific areas of medicine.
International advocacy

We advocate for the rights of people with Down syndrome and disabilities through international advocacy channels.