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25.01.2022 Summer is just around the corner and the weather is starting to heat up So it's a good thing our friends at Council for Intellectual Disability have made this helpful Easy Read guide about how to cope in a heatwave. Read the guide here

24.01.2022 If you're like us and can't get enough of the critically acclaimed and award-winning film The Peanut Butter Falcon, you should check out the 2020 Inclusive Film Festival next Friday the 4th of December From 6pm to 10.30pm there will also be live acts by performers with disability and a panel discussion about the intersection of art and disability activism. If you're in Sydney you can go to the COVID-safe event in person, or join from across the country on their live stream... for free. Find out more here:

24.01.2022 You can share your story with the Disability Royal Commission in your own words. You don't have to remember everything that happened, and you can make as many submissions as you need to. Find out more info about sharing your story on their website here: https://disability.royalcommission.gov.au//make-your-submi

23.01.2022 Children and Young People with Disability Australia want young people with disability to share their experiences with the NDIS by completing this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S2LQKXH If you complete this survey you can enter the draw to win a $50 gift card. If you would prefer to talk instead you can call 1800 222 660.

22.01.2022 Is there anyone more excited for the weekend than Jack?!?! This gorgeous 19 month old is another one of the 2021 calendar models from WA: dsawa.bigcartel.com

19.01.2022 Did you know we recently joined Instagram? Follow us and say hi at @down_syndrome_australia

19.01.2022 The YDAS - Youth Disability Advocacy Service are launching a new online program for young people with disability called Map Your Future. It is a free course supporting young people to set goals, and get the right NDIS supports. If you are a young person with disability or support person, head along to the introduction session on Wednesday the 2nd of December. ... Register here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/map-your-future-launch-regi

18.01.2022 One of the toughest transitions for people with Down syndrome and their families can be when the school years finish and the search for employment begins. Disability Services Consulting give an overview of the different paths available to students who want to move into work after leaving school.

18.01.2022 COMING SOON! Kmart Australia has listed the ‘Baby Charlie with Down Syndrome’ dolls on their website. They reached out to DSA early in the process to consult with us about their ideas, and we're happy to see dolls with Down syndrome in their new line of inclusive toys. Some of their other new dolls include one who uses a wheelchair, and another who is vision impaired. We'd love to hear your thoughts about this new inclusive range.

16.01.2022 Jarrod, Ezra, Henrietta and Will just completed their CPR and Radio certificates and can now join their friends and siblings on patrol at the Anglesea SLSC. These four are members of the Starfish Nipper Program which celebrates its 10 year anniversary this season. An inclusive Nipper program for all abilities runs on the same beach.

14.01.2022 Do you have a goal to start your own business this year? Sam Paior of The Growing Space shares how she used the NDIS to support her son Ben start his microenterprise Hazzah.

13.01.2022 It's not too late to sign up for the INCLUSION INTERNATIONAL Global Self-Advocacy Summit on the 3rd of December. Self advocates from around the world will be meeting to talk about issues that are important to them. Register for the Summit here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/SASummit2020

12.01.2022 With a finalist in this year's Archibald Prize and now a huuuuggge mural at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, artists from studio A are breaking stereotypes with their work.

12.01.2022 Well done to Tahnee Afuhaamango, who smashed a freestyle world record by more than six seconds at an NT swimming meet last weekend Tahnee is a senior member of the Down Syndrome Swimming Association of Australia and already holds multiple records, but this latest effort was entirely out of the blue. Her mum Donna Rousham shared her excitement with ABC Darwin: ... https://www.abc.net.au//m/accidental-world-record/13132098

12.01.2022 Today is Safer Internet Day! We've launched our new Easy Read guide on Top Tips for Staying Safe Online. Download a copy here. https://bit.ly/2Z0RuWl... #SID2021

11.01.2022 We’ve created an Easy Read guide to help you get online and use the internet safely. You can find out more about using the internet and ways to protect your personal information. Enjoy the internet but stay safe!... https://bit.ly/2IZf9ln

10.01.2022 To celebrate International Day of People with Disability - Australia Feros Care and Screenworks are hosting six short films about people with disability working hard to achieve their goals. Keep your eyes out for Sam Stubbs from NSW, who competes in a tough CrossFit event as the only participant with Down syndrome You can watch the premiere on Thursday at 6.30PM AEDT here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2707652032819519

10.01.2022 Transitioning from school to employment? UNSW researchers would like to hear from young people with disabilities. Find out more below or complete the survey at http://bit.ly/3pVD9pU

05.01.2022 There has been important news this morning about the introduction of compulsory assessments to the NDIS. The legislation to introduce the new assessments has now been delayed which means the start date of the assessments will also be delayed next year. This morning the NDIA released consultation papers and launched a three month public consultation on:... - Assessments and access - Assessments and planning and budgets - Proposed changes to how the NDIS supports young children and their families - Project report on the Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) Reset project Read more in the news below or read the NDIA media release at https://www.ndis.gov.au//5683-ndia-invites-participants-ha

04.01.2022 STRIKE! Down Syndrome NSW's Up!Club had a great day out last weekend at the local bowling alley. What fun plans do you have for this weekend?

03.01.2022 Well hi there Jazmyn! It looks like you’ve got a few new presents to play with. Thank you to Celebrate T21 for including a copy of Voice magazine in your beautiful welcome package! What a wonderful initiative. And we are certainly happy to have new fans both young and old

03.01.2022 Have you had a chance to have a look at our events page on the Down Syndrome Australia website? It features all of the upcoming workshops, webinars and social sessions from each state and territory. Make sure you bookmark the page so you don't miss out on the latest events from across the country!... https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/events/

02.01.2022 New parents often have many questions with the arrival of their beautiful baby. In our guide for new parents we share how you can help your child reach their full potential, what life will be like for your family, and what kinds of supports are available. Read the full guide here: ... https://www.downsyndrome.org.au//DSA_AGuideForNewParentsFA