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Join us as we call on Governments to improve our support systems so that people with Down syndrome can live and be included in the community, like everyone else.
We are Down Syndrome International, the global network of people with Down syndrome and their families.
We empower people with Down syndrome and their families to speak up for their human rights.
Serina, Ghana
"Down Syndrome International has shown me that my life matters and I believe that the lives of all people with Down syndorme matter too."
Morgan, Indonesia
"The Down Syndrome International Network has helped me become an activist in the disability movement in Indonesia and overseas."
Ximena, Peru
"The Down Syndrome International Network is supporting me to defend the right to education for people with intellectual disbailities."
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The work that we do is only possible thanks to the help of our brilliant supporters.
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The work that we do is only possible thanks to the help of our brilliant supporters.
See how your donation is changing lives:
This is what we are working on right now:
Health Equity
We are working with Humanity & Inclusion to find out more about health equity for people with Down syndrome and...
Learn MoreInternational advocacy
We take part in important global events and activities to help raise awareness about Down syndrome.
Learn MoreSelf advocacy
We work with national organisations to develop self-advocacy in their countries and we support self-advocates directly to advocate for their...
Learn MoreListen Include Respect
We are working with Inclusion International developing international guidelines so organisations can make their work inclusive.
Learn MoreThe latest news and updates about our work.
World Down Syndrome Day 2025
Join us as we call of Governments to improve our support systems so people with Down syndrome can live and...
Learn moreCharlotte at the World Down Syndrome Congress, Brisbane
Hear from Charlotte Woodward, Ambassador for the USA, about her experience at the World Down Syndrome Congress in Brisbane.
Learn moreNew and improved ‘About Down syndrome’ information pack
We have worked with self-advocates who have Down syndrome to improve our 'About Down syndrome' information pack. Download your free...
Learn moreDown Syndrome Awareness Month – October 2024
This year, we are speaking up about inclusion in organisations - why it is important and how we can make...
Learn moreHealth equity project update – September 2024
We have gathered data about health equity for people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities from 103 countries.
Learn moreAnnouncing our new membership of the Global Alliance for Care
We are proud to announce our new membership of the Global Alliance for Care
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