Down Syndrome NSW

Down Syndrome NSW Down Syndrome NSW works with passion to support people with Down Syndrome and their families
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Down Syndrome NSW champions the right of people with Down syndrome to have the same access to society as everyone else. This means the right to health, education, work, family and being part of the community.

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts! FACT #5: Approximately 1 in every 1,000 babies in Austral...
09/10/2026

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts!

FACT #5: Approximately 1 in every 1,000 babies in Australia will have Down syndrome.

Let’s spread truth and eliminate myths.

What a wonderful morning at Green Square Public School! Audrey O’Connor and Alison Maunder joined DSNSW members Mili and...
09/10/2026

What a wonderful morning at Green Square Public School!

Audrey O’Connor and Alison Maunder joined DSNSW members Mili and the Valencia-Mittru family for a special school assembly celebrating inclusion, community and student talent.

Audrey spoke to students about inclusion and her own experiences, and we were also incredibly grateful to receive a generous donation raised by the school community through their Joy Day celebrations.

A beautiful example of what inclusion can look like when students, families, educators and community work together. 💛

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts! FACT #4: Globally, about 95% of people with Down syndrome...
08/10/2026

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts!

FACT #4: Globally, about 95% of people with Down syndrome have Trisomy 21

Let's keep learning together!

Our Newcastle and Central Coast New Babies Day featured a wonderful session with Music Therapist, Ria Shekhawat from Spa...
07/10/2026

Our Newcastle and Central Coast New Babies Day featured a wonderful session with Music Therapist, Ria Shekhawat from Spark Music, who shared the benefits of the therapeutic use of music for children with Down syndrome and their families. Through an engaging and interactive presentation, families experienced firsthand how music can support communication, development, and learning.

Special thanks to Kate Green for organising this New Babies Day event. We're also very grateful to The Entrance Community Centre (the Benevolent Society) for providing the space for us to host this event and utilise the wonderful interactive toys.

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts! FACT #3: People with Trisomy 21 have 3 copies of the 21st...
07/10/2026

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts!

FACT #3: People with Trisomy 21 have 3 copies of the 21st chromosome.

Let’s keep learning and spreading awareness.

What’s On Wednesday! 🎉 UP! For Fun – 18 OctoberHave you secured your spot yet? Get ready for a day of fun, laughter, c...
07/10/2026

What’s On Wednesday!


🎉 UP! For Fun – 18 October
Have you secured your spot yet? Get ready for a day of fun, laughter, connection and celebration!

📣 Dubbo families - 19 October
Inclusive Education Conference & Community Meet-Up in Dubbo we’d love to see you there!

And there’s plenty more happening throughout October and November, with exciting online and in-person events to get involved in.

Explore all upcoming events and register via our Events Page:
https://www.downsyndromensw.org.au/get-involved/events

Up! for Fun: Picnic & Games brings people together to raise awareness and support people with Down syndrome, as part of ...
06/10/2026

Up! for Fun: Picnic & Games brings people together to raise awareness and support people with Down syndrome, as part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month.

It’s a day to connect, celebrate inclusion, and create wonderful memories together all while enjoying the beautiful surrounds of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.
We’d love for you to be part of it.

Register here → https://events.humanitix.com/up-for-fun-in-celebration-of-down-syndrome-awareness-month

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts! FACT #2: There are 3 types of Down syndrome - Trisomy 21,...
06/10/2026

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts!

FACT #2: There are 3 types of Down syndrome - Trisomy 21, Translocation and Mosaic.

Let’s keep learning together.

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts. Throughout October, we’ll be sharing 20 facts about Down s...
05/10/2026

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing the facts.

Throughout October, we’ll be sharing 20 facts about Down syndrome to help spread truth, challenge stereotypes and eliminate myths and misinformation.

Let’s learn, listen and celebrate people with Down syndrome.

FACT #1: Down syndrome is not a disease.

Down syndrome is a genetic condition that makes up a part of who someone is. It is not a disease or something that needs to be 'cured'.

Together, let’s spread truth and eliminate myths and misinformation.

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