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Thanks to everyone who submitted an abstract for Congress! We received 100s of submissions from the community and across the world! Abstract ideas include everything from health workshops to dance performances.
We are looking forward to seeing these ideas come to life at Congress. Make sure you register for Congress before early bird closes on 21 March 2024 to get 10% off the full price. |
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Registering for World Down Syndrome Congress 2024 guarantees you a ticket to the largest gathering of our international community. In addition to making connections for life, learning from one another and hearing from leading experts, your ticket also includes these great benefits: Meals at Congress for all 3 days – morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea Ticket to the Welcome Reception Access to all Congress program sessions, including keynotes and panels Access to the WDSC 2024 exhibition |
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Learn more about the Congress program |
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The theme for this Congress is: Together we can: celebrating diversity and inclusion.
As part of this theme, Congress will focus on five different streams:
Health and Therapeutic Advances: This stream focuses on the latest research and clinical developments related to Down syndrome, including new therapies, global health equity and approaches that can improve the health and quality of life of people with Down syndrome across the lifespan. Education and Employment: This stream highlights innovative approaches to education and ways to promote inclusion of learners with Down syndrome in all aspects of learning, from early childhood through to adulthood. This stream also considers transitions within and beyond education settings and ways to foster successful careers. Advocacy and Social Inclusion: This stream addresses issues related to disability rights (such as the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities), public policy, inclusion in all aspects of community life and approaches to effective self-advocacy. It also includes leadership and governance within our organisations. Family Life: This stream explores family quality of life, including strategies for providing emotional and practical support; sibling interests; accessing community resources; and supporting families locally and globally. Personal Development: This stream focuses on the social and emotional development of individuals with Down syndrome across the lifespan. This stream includes involvement in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport; strategies for building self-esteem, fostering relationships, healthy ageing and developing self-reliance. Now that abstracts are closed, updates to the Program will be coming soon! You can also check out the Congress website and social media for the latest announcements on speakers.
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Additional Congress events |
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In addition to 3 days of Congress, did you know there are other events you might be interested in attending?
Monday 8 July: Pre-Congress Self-Advocates Events. This event is for people with Down syndrome who are self-advocates. Tuesday 9 July: Health Professionals and Research Days Meeting. This event is to support professionals in health and research with an interest in Down syndrome and intellectual disability. Wednesday 10 July: Welcome Reception. As part of registering for Congress you receive a ticket to the Welcome Reception. This is going to be a wonderful chance to connect with Congress participants and experience Aboriginal culture. Friday 12 July: Congress Dinner. Stay tuned for more information on the Congress dinner soon. It promises to have something for everyone!
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Great line up of speakers |
Our sensational line-up of speakers continues to grow. Follow our social media to stay up-to-date with new announcements!
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Extend your trip to Congress and holiday in sunny Brisbane, Australia! Brisbane is filled with trendy cafes, a thriving art scene, bustling markets and plenty of beaches. You will never run out of things to do in Brisbane! |
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We hope you are excited to come to Congress!
Register with our Early Bird discount! |
There’s just 3 weeks left! Take advantage of our 10% Early Bird discount for an opportunity to connect and network with the Down syndrome community from all around the world! Early Bird registration closes on Thursday 21 March.
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A warm welcome to our Platinum Sponsor |
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Contact Us |
General Enquiries Emma Chalmers
info@wdsc2024.org.au
Sponsorship & Exhibitions Jessie Kingsbury sponsorship@wdsc2024.org.au
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