Description

Down Syndrome Victoria is the state-wide peak membership organisation representing individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Down Syndrome Victoria is a not-for-profit organisation established in 1978 to provide support, encouragement, information and resources to people with Down syndrome, their families and the broader community.
Down Syndrome Victoria is a whole-of-life service offering:
• Personal support and information for families, especially when a new baby is born;
• Advocacy, information and support for adults with Down syndrome;
• An education support service to assist students with Down syndrome and their teachers in mainstream schools;
• Peer support groups around Victoria;
• Annual family fun day and other events;
• Conference and education sessions;
• A quarterly journal;
• Information and professional development for health and education professionals;
• A library of Down syndrome specific resources.
Down Syndrome Victoria is an active member of the Down Syndrome Australia network of state associations. Down Syndrome Victoria relies on public and private sector support to fulfil its mission of empowering individuals with Down syndrome to achieve a lifetime of meaningful inclusion in the community.

Website

www.downsyndromevictoria.org.au

State

Victoria

Social Category

Community Support/Advocacy