Down Syndrome Advocates in Action Nebraska - DSAA

06/05/2026

Do you have any Frozen Fans in your house? If so do yourself a favor and go see the Penguin Project’s presentation of Frozen Jr. We are on a field trip with our afternoon club tonight and it is only intermission and this production is fabulous! Elsa just nailed the song Let it Go. We can’t wait to see the rest of the show. Get tickets here and support this fabulous show.

Experience the joy and magic of the Penguin Project in one unforgettable evening featuring appetizers, an exciting live auction and a special performance of Frozen Jr!

06/04/2026

Join us and the organizations of oNE Coalition for a sensory friendly swim night. Register at

05/28/2026

Come join us at Tower Square 13 & P for Give to Lincoln Day Celebration. We are making buttons! https://givetolincoln.com/nonprofits/down-syndrome-advocates-in-action-nebraska

05/28/2026

Come make a button with us at Tower Square 13th and P until 1:30.

https://givetolincoln.com/nonprofits/down-syndrome-advocates-in-action-nebraska

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the Amazing Mom’s in the Nebraska Down syndrome community.

05/10/2026

Come join us! Grab a coffee & even a brunch item. Learn about & support these groups & Rose Cat Coffee.

🌟 Give to Lincoln is live and you can donate today! Every gift, big or small, helps The Arc of Lincoln empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

On Tuesday, May 19th, join us from 10am - 1pm at Rose Cat Coffee for a Meet & Great with The Arc of Lincoln, The Arc of Nebraska and Down Syndrome Advocates in Action Nebraska - DSAA! Meet advocates, make mindful breathing wands, and grab a coffee or treat to get your day started!

Donate today at: https://www.givetolincoln.com/nonprofits/arc-of-lincoln

04/09/2026

Lincoln area advocacy alert.

10/21/2025

If you want to stay up-to-date on issues that could impact your child and their education, the Ndsc C has provided this great article with links to trustworthy information. We need to stay informed and vigilant as we advocate.

The Policy Pulse is where NDSC shares important media coverage on policy issues relating to the Down syndrome community.

Today’s provides important, factual updates on the recent firings at the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). Although a federal judge has temporarily halted these terminations, the ongoing discussion about dismantling the Department of Education underscores the urgent need for continued advocacy.

Many media outlets have turned to NDSC Policy & Advocacy Co-Director Stephanie Smith Lee, who previously served as Director of OSEP under President George W. Bush, for her expertise and perspective.

We’re proud to share several recent articles featuring her insights on what these developments mean for students with disabilities nationwide:
🔵 NPR – “Here and Now”: Disability leaders warn Education Department cuts will have a significant impact (10.16.25): http://bit.ly/4ngMOVe
🟡 Disability Scoop: Ed Department Blocked From Laying Off Special Education Staff (10.16.25): http://bit.ly/47BsKbe
🔵 District Administration: Special education takes massive hit in government shutdown (10.15.25): http://bit.ly/4oQdfSX
🟡 Disability Scoop: Ed Department Lays Off Nearly All Special Education Staff (10.14.25): https://bit.ly/3JlZtrW
🔵 Education Week: Education Department Layoffs Would Affect Dozens of Programs. See Which Ones (10.17.25): http://bit.ly/43xvqEr
🟡 K-12 Dive: Judge halts mass firings of federal employees — for now (10.15.25): http://bit.ly/4nY4RQZ

These articles help shed light on the critical role OSEP plays in ensuring that students with disabilities receive the services and protections guaranteed under IDEA.

10/14/2025

Advocacy Alert! Our voices are needed to make sure we have a way to exercise our rights under IDEA .