About DSAQ
Mission Statement
The Mission of the DSAQ Inc. is to build community awareness of Down syndrome and to support, advocate for and empower people with Down syndrome to take their rightful place within the local and global community.
OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSOCIATION
- To support encourage and inform people with Down syndrome and their family groups;
- To educate, inform and support health, educational and other professionals, students, support network members and the wider community;
- To be the representative body for issues relating to Down syndrome to government, service providers and other community organisations; and
- To stimulate and expand community recognition and awareness as to the individual rights, abilities and needs of people with Down syndrome.
A Brief Overview
- Is a registered charity established by parents in 1976.
- Is managed by a voluntary committee of parents and people with Down syndrome.
- Provides its services through the efforts of volunteers with the support of full-time and part-time staff.
- Funds its services through membership fees, donations, grants, sponsorship and fundraising.
- Has a membership of individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Affiliate membership is available to professionals and interested individuals.
