Down Syndrome WA

08/04/2026

We're so excited for the 2026 DSWA Gala!✨

Join us for an unforgettable night of connection, fun and celebration!

Tickets on sale now - https://www.trybooking.com/DIMTC

When: 6 June 2026
Where: The beautiful Pan Pacific Hotel Perth
Live Music: from The Drycleaners Band

Ticket Prices: $175
Adults with Down syndrome - $115 (These are at cost price and only available for those that have Down syndrome. )

We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

07/04/2026

Join us on the 3 May for a workshop for parents, carers and families. Tools for the Tough Days will be presented by Steve Wells who is a psychologist and parent of an adult son with Down syndrome.

It is for parents, carers and family who are feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or worn down by the pressures of parenting and caring. This session focuses on real-life challenges—stress, uncertainty, systems fatigue, and emotional overload—and offers clear, usable tools to help you regain calm, clarity, and confidence, even in tough moments.

This event is being funded by Aimee's fund. Aimee, one of our DSWA parents lost her life in February 2024. Together with donations from Aimee's family, and many donations, as well as our CEO's Triathlon fundraiser, Aimee's fund was created to specifically support our DSWA parent and carer group.

Book now https://www.trybooking.com/DJPUJ
Date: Sunday 3 May, 1pm-4pm
Location: Central location to be confirmed.
Cost: $10 for catering (DSWA Members)

06/04/2026

Final call for Early Bird tickets for the DSWA Gala!

Early Bird price: $150 - ends tomorrow 7th April
After the 7th April: $175

We’re also offering $115 tickets for Adults with Down syndrome (at cost price and only available for people with Down syndrome).

Don’t miss out on a fabulous night of live music, dancing and celebration!

Book your tickets - https://www.trybooking.com/DIMTC

04/04/2026

Tools for the Tough Days - Workshop for Parents, Family and Carers. This is the first in a series of workshops supporting parents, family and carers. It will be presented by Steve Wells who is a psychologist and parent of an adult son with Down syndrome. If you are feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or worn down by the pressures of parenting or caring this course is designed specifically for parents, family and carers.

This event is being funded by Aimee's fund. Aimee, one of our DSWA parents lost her life in February 2024. Together with donations from Aimee's family, and many donations, as well as our CEO's Triathlon fundraiser, Aimee's fund was created to specifically support our DSWA parent group. This is the first of the Aimee's Fund events.

Date: Sunday 3 May, 1pm-4pm
Cost: $10 for catering (DSWA Members)
For parents, family and carers
Register at https://www.trybooking.com/DJPUJ

03/04/2026

Don’t miss one of the most joyful nights of the year!

Join us at the 2026 DSWA Gala for an unforgettable evening of dancing, connection, laughter and celebration with our amazing community.

🎶 Enjoy live music from The Drycleaners Band
✨ Celebrate at the Pan Pacific Perth
💙 Spend the night with friends, supporters and our incredible community.

Secure your tickets now: https://www.trybooking.com/DIMTC

Date: 6 June 2026

Ticket Prices
Early bird: $150 (ends Tuesday 7th April)
Full price: $175 per person
Adults with Down syndrome: $115

Gather your friends, book your table and join us for a night to remember. Tickets are limited — don’t wait to get yours!

02/04/2026

The DSWA office is closed from 4pm on Thursday 2 April for the Easter long weekend. The DSWA team will be back in the office from 8.30am on Tuesday the 7th April.

For mental health support during this time please contact one of the helpline specialists which operate 24/7:
Lifeline: 13 11 44
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636

Wishing our wonderful community a restful and enjoyable long weekend 💙💛

02/04/2026

Take the Leap for DSWA - Our brave zipliners raised $14,008! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who took the leap, donated, or came along to cheer — your support made this day unforgettable.💙💛

01/04/2026

The National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health workshops are tomorrow morning. - Thursday 2nd April.

Join the workshops to hear about the work of the Centre and to share your ideas on how health care can improve for people with intellectual disability.

PEOPLE WITH DOWN SYNDROME
This workshop is especially for people with Down Syndrome and is being held online. It is open to anyone from with Down Syndrome aged over 18 in Western Australia or South Australia.

Date: 2 April
Time: 9am-10am (WA time)
Teams link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/49127148561925?p=eldQVEYyLmoVhtwlGk

PARENTS, FAMILY AND CARERS
This is for parents, family and carers in Western Australia or South Australia. It is particularly relevant if you have had a particularly positive or challenging experience in the health system.

Date: 2 April
Time: 10am-11am
Teams link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/4456762584487?p=RUmOI3pmFs0Iu4oLsc

01/04/2026

DSWA are proud to be one of 147 organizations who received a grant from in 2026.

01/04/2026

Big News - We have EXTENDED Early Bird tickets to Tuesday 7 April to allow for the Easter Break and give you lots of time to secure your tickets for this years Gala.

Don't miss out on the reduced rate tickets
Book Here https://www.trybooking.com/DIMTC

01/04/2026

Read the story of Madeleine and Daisy from the special Telethon7 Perth lift out in the The West Australian today.
This beautiful story of two besties, who met through the Down Syndrome WA Playgroup 12 years ago, show the importance of our programs for connection and belonging.

"The families can’t speak highly enough of the support they have received through DSWA and the networks and connections they have forged through the organisation.

“The Telethon funding is really important to Down Syndrome WA,” Richard (Madeleine's Dad) says. “The regular person might just see it as a donation but the benefits on the other side can be life-changing. ”

Thank you Telethon7 Perth for the continued support.

Madeleine and Daisy don’t like it if you refer to them simply as friends. ‘We’re besties,’ they will correct you with big smiles. Here’s how the two forged a lifelong bond.

31/03/2026

Tools for the Tough Days - Workshop for Parents, Family and Carers. This is the first in a series of workshops supporting parents, family and carers. It will be presented by Steve Wells who is a psychologist and parent of an adult son with Down syndrome. If you are feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or worn down by the pressures of parenting or caring this course is designed specifically for parents, family and carers.

This event is being funded by Aimee's fund. Aimee, one of our DSWA parents lost her life in February 2024. Together with donations from Aimee's family, and many donations, as well as our CEO's Triathlon fundraiser, Aimee's fund was created to specifically support our DSWA parent group.

Date: Sunday 3 May, 1pm-4pm
Cost: $10 for catering (DSWA Members)
For parents, family and carers
Register at https://www.trybooking.com/DJPUJ