Inauguration of the Pre-Vocational Training Programme
Down Syndrome Federation of India Launches the First Pre-Vocational Training Programme for Self-Advocates with Down syndrome. The Down Syndrome Federation of India (DSFI) has launched the first Pre-Vocational Training Programme for self-advocates with Down syndrome at its centre – Mathru Mandir in Mylapore, Chennai. The…
Aashi Gupta: Champion of Inclusion and Courage
Hello everyone, meet me , I am Aashi Gupta, 14 years now, taking every challenge with a smile on my face.. born with life threatening blood dysplasia condition, 3 holes in heart , a blocked intestine and a malposed large intestine, Me and my family never…
International Women’s Day Celebration – Honouring Inspiring Women
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the Lions Club District 3241-C hosted a special celebration at Hotel M Central, bringing together remarkable women who have made significant contributions to society. The event recognized and honoured women who have truly carved a niche for themselves…
World Down Syndrome Day 2026
Today on our Friendship series, we present Rakshika and her buddy and confidant Bini. Bini was her mother’s friend but now Rakshika shares as strong a bond with her as her mother does. While they stay far apart, they still remain the closest of friends….
Let’s take our self advocates forward
Rekha maa met parents of self advocates at Matru Mandir today on valentine’s Day. She discussed plans for the future of our self advocates. And parents were keen to know how they can help their children become self reliant. It was an enthralling one hour…
Self advocates- Champions
Honouring our self advocates- champions in their own right as we approach World Disability Day.
Can we edit out Down Syndrome
A tale of two champions
This is the journey of Bushra Fatima Mujawar, a Swimmer who steadily turned her hard work into real results. She first made her mark at the city level and later district level competitions winning Gold and Silver Medals. She then went on to claim Three…
Unnathi Suranaa has been appointed as UNICEF India Youth Advocate.
DSFI is very proud to share that our Ambassador, Ms.Unnathi Suranaa has been appointed as UNICEF India Youth Advocate. Unnathi Suranaa, 19, an advocate for inclusion and mental wellbeing, is the first person with a disability to win the IB MYP Innovator Grant (2022) for…
Atlanto-Axial Instability (AAI) in Down Syndrome
This section provides important information for parents, caregivers, and professionals about neck safety and awareness in individuals with Down syndrome. What is AAI? Atlanto-Axial Instability (AAI) is a condition where the first two bones in the neck, known as the atlas and axis, move more…
Celebrating siblings this October 2025
Celebrating siblings and the bond they share with their self-advocate siblings this October
DSFI Walkathon at Vellore Creates Strong Awareness for Inclusion
The Down Syndrome Federation of India (DSFI) organized a Walkathon in Vellore on October 12, 2025, as part of the Down Syndrome Awareness Month celebrations. The event aimed to spread awareness and promote inclusion for individuals with Down Syndrome within the larger community. The DSFI…