World DS Congress

This is the first time that the Congress will be held in Latin America. #DownSyndrome #Trisomy21 #Congress #TogetherAgainstLoneliness #WorldDownSyndromeDay #WDSD2026 #LotsOfSocks #DownSyndromeInternationalNetwork

The Congress is an opportunity for people with Down syndrome and their families, along with other experts, to open a discussion about our futures. We will share learning, discover new research, hear lived experiences, and build new insights together.

Join us in Argentina, 22-25 September 2027 for the World Down Syndrome Congress, hosted by Síndrome de Down - Argentina - ASDRA Fiadown and Down Syndrome International Find out more: worldcongressds2027.org

We are delighted to share that the 16th World Down Syndrome Congress will be held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from Wednesday, September 22 to Saturday, September 25 2027 at @CEC_BsAs

🌟Registrations are now open for the National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health Conference 2025! Early-bird tickets available until 1 March – don’t miss out! Learn more and register: buff.ly/42BmHle #IntellectualDisability #InclusionMatters

✨ Highlights of 2024: Hosting World Down Syndrome Congress in Brisbane! Watch the video to see Congress highlights! #WDSC24 #WDSC #togetherwecan #Downsyndrome #downsyndromeaustralia #diversity #inclusion

@DSiupdate We are delighted to feature in the @DSiupdate 2024 highlights. Thank you to everyone who joined us in July. We had an absolute blast! We are busy behind the scenes getting ready for the next World Down Syndrome Congress in Buenos Aires, 2027. We hope to see you there.

What a year! We've accomplished so much, but there's still a lot more to achieve. Together, we can continue to make positive changes a reality for people with Down syndrome worldwide. Please consider donating: zurl.co/wIpOv #DownSyndrome #Trisomie21 #Advocacy

We are delighted to feature in the @DSiupdate 2024 highlights. Thank you to everyone who joined us in July. We had an absolute blast! We are busy behind the scenes getting ready for the next World Down Syndrome Congress in Buenos Aires, 2027. We hope to see you there.

Join our team! Project Lead - Supporting My Rights We’re looking for a Project Lead to create easy-to-understand resources for people with Down syndrome and intellectual disability to help them navigate their rights within the NDIS. View the job ad: buff.ly/3CR2EV2

That's a wrap! Thank you to everyone for attending and supporting World Down Syndrome Congress 2024! Over the past few days 1000 delegates from over 45 countries have made Congress an incredible place to be. Thank you! Until next time! 🎉 #WDSC2024

Ending Congress on a high note at the Congress Gala Dinner. After some thank yous from host organisation Down Syndrome Australia CEO Darryl Steff, the Together We Can leadership scholars received their certificates from the Sherry-Hogan Foundation. #WDSC2024

Closing ceremony taken over with a flashmob. Fitting to have a dance party to finish up Congress! #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024

Last theme for self advocates report back! Theme 5: respect for individuals and ending abuse in family settings. It's critical to have support from parents and family. #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024

Theme 4 from self advocates: Friends and relationships. The power of close relationships and the value romantic partners and good friends. This includes the ability to be open with your sexuality and queer identity. #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024

Theme 3 from the self advocates report back: Mental health and emotional wellbeing. It's important to receive support from others to manage life. Physical, mental and emotional health all matters - including being part of the community. #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024

Self advocates report back continues. Theme 2: advocacy leadership. Being listened to, growing confidence to speak up to allow you to be your own person, and be yourself. #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024

Self advocates reflecting on the key issues of importance to them. 1. Independence - being able to express yourself and make your own decisions. This could include living by yourself, travelling or even going to the ATM! #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024

Self advocates sharing with Congress about the good things in their lives. A big shout out to all the supportive parents, Down syndrome associations like @DSiupdate who got special mentions. 🎉❤️ #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024

Final day! Professor Roy McConkey and Alastair McEwin AM highlighting the rights of people with disability - both the history and it's importance today. We are also hearing from self-advocates on the key issues for the community. #WDSC2024 #WorldDownSyndromeCongress2024