Key issues

We have identified the human rights issues that we believe need the most attention right now.

We believe everyone should have a say in decisions that affect them.

The problem is many people with intellectual disabilities are not included in a meaningful way. This is not fair.

Everyone has the right to good healthcare. This means no one should be treated unfairly because of who they are.

People with Down syndrome do not always get the healthcare they need. This is not fair.

Every child has the right to a good education.

Many children with Down syndrome do not get the education they need to have a good life. This is not fair.

Everyone should be able to work in a place where they are welcome and included in a meaningful way.

Bad attitudes and lack of knowledge stop many from working. This is not fair.

We are working with Humanity & Inclusion to find out more about health equity for people with Down syndrome and...

We take part in important global events and activities to help raise awareness about Down syndrome.

We work with national organisations to develop self-advocacy in their countries and we support self-advocates directly to advocate for their...

We are training self-advocates with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities, to become consultants on inclusive organisations.

We are working with Inclusion International developing international guidelines so organisations can make their work inclusive.

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