World Down Syndrome Congress
Bringing together the global Down syndrome community.
What is the World Down Syndrome Congress?
The World Down Syndrome Congress is a big event.
It happens every 3 years. It takes place in different countries each time. It is hosted by members of the Down Syndrome International network.
People with Down syndrome, their families, and experts come from all over the world.
What happens at the World Down Syndrome Congress?
At the Congress, people can learn new things about Down syndrome. They can go to workshops and talks.
These workshops and talks cover many topics. They talk about education, healthcare, jobs, and how to speak up for rights.
People learn about the newest research. They find out the best ways to help people with Down syndrome.
At the Congress, people can meet others from different countries. They can make new friends and share their stories and experiences. They can tell others what has worked for them.
People at the Congress work to make sure everyone with Down syndrome is treated fairly. They speak up for their rights.
The next World Down Syndrome Congress:
2027, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Register your interest on the website to hear more from the team about this event.
Previous events:
2024, Brisbane, Australia.
In July 2024, Down Syndrome Australia hosted the 15th World Down Syndrome Congress in Brisbane.
2021, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
In November 2021, Emirates Down Syndrome Association hosted the 14th World Down Syndrome Congress in Dubai.
You can watch presentations from the event on the website.
2018, Glasgow, Scotland.
In July 2018 Down’s Syndrome Scotland hosted the 13th World Down Syndrome Congress.
You can watch presentations from the event on the website.
Discover the other key events in our calendar:
World Down Syndrome Day.
On 21 March each year, we speak up about the things that matter to people with Down syndrome around the world.
Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This is a time to raise awareness and celebrate people with Down syndrome.
Conference of States Parties.
The Conference of States Parties is a meeting where different groups come together to talk about how to respect and protect the rights of people with disabilities.