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New Year Message from Dr. Surekha Ramachandran


COME ALIVE, an inclusive event was held on the 28th of December 2019 at Grand Square Mall Velachery on the occasion of the NGO s 16th birthday! Events such as ramp walk, singing and dance was conducted for the especially abled.

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A True Role Model


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winners of the DSFI Excellence Awards


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Delhi Goes to Party – a Picnic to remember


It was a sunny winter morning on December 15, 2019, the day for DSPS’s annual picnic. All the enthusiastic parents and smiling kids made sure that they reach there on time. This time more than 40 families registered...

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Another Feather in her Cap – The IRC Lifetime Achievement Award for Dr. Surekha Ramachandran


Yesterday was a proud moment for the Down syndrome Federation of India and all families of Down syndrome in the country. Dr. Surekha Ramachandran, President – Down Syndrome Federation of India was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for her dedication towards helping persons with Down syndrome lead more dignified lives.

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The art exhibition is in Delhi, Nov 1-14, 2019


Art Sanctuary wishes to highlight their expression of art through exclusive exhibitions across India. These exhibitions would carry their drawings, paintings, clay works, jewellery designs, sculptures, photographs, short films, theater videos, dance clips, music etc.

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Kite making workshop at Chandigarh


There is no limit to what our children can learn. Ms. Shivani Dhillon proved this is the Kite Making workshop organized by her Foundation in association with the Chandigarh Lalit Kala Academy

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A Girl with Down Syndrome Passed her 10th with 80% Marks


If you thought persons with Down Syndrome cannot do well in studies then you need to rethink. Ms. Shravya from Karnataka has secured 80% marks in higher board exam.

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No school can deny admission to special kids, says Govt


The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009 mandates free and compulsory elementary education for all, including the differently-abled children.s

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Beyond Victory


Here's, Special Olympics athlete, Dinal's inspiring story...

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Felicitation by TSPA


They gave the boy Gokul who wins a gold n silver a bicycle n for Arti a cash gift. Arti and Gokul winners of medals St the recently held special Olympics felicitated by their swimming club.

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WDSD 2019 Press Releases


show and tell attend an art walk,story telling session and dance performance to support a cause

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Registration / Participation for WDSD Celebration


Registration/Participation for the World Down Syndrome Day celebration...(for persons with DS and their families only)

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We Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day


21st of March is a special day for persons with Down syndrome. It is a day recognized by the UN to celebrate persons with Down syndrome. And India did it in style and how!

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World DownSyndrome Day


I'll be there to show my support at the World Down Syndrome Celebration!

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What I want to Do


"what I want to do" -Self advocate Abhay Purang. Chandigarh.

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Kimaya's story


An entrepreneur, a model, and a teacher - brighten up your day with Kimaya's story who is breaking stereotypes, one day at a time!

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World Down Syndrome Day 2019


The Down syndrome Community in India is going Public. Events are being planned in Parks, Open grounds, stadiums, theatres etc where the Public can be reached out to, in order to spread awareness.

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A learning experience at Pondicherry


Dr. Surekha Ramachandran, President – Down Syndrome Federation of India was in Pondicherry on a holiday, but she still managed to meet up with some teachers and parnets who were associated with a special school...

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Nayi Disha parents talk


Few beautiful moms in our ND group helped record this video. Ever so grateful to all for agreeing to record this

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Fun unlimited at the Sensory Park


The city corporation unveiled its first ever sensory park which caters to children with different kinds of disabilities. Located on the 4th Trust Link Road in Santhome, the park is both colourful and exciting...

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Empower and inform parents about Down Syndrome


Dr. Surekha Ramachandran’s inspiring talk at Aashayein Development Center at Raipur was an eye opener for parents and everyone present at the center. Here is the link to the same.

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Positive Girls of Today – Confident mothers of tomorrow


January 10th 2019 must have been a revelation for almost 250 girls of the NSS from Quaid-e-Millath college, Chennai. Dr. Surekha Ramachandran-President of Down Syndrome Federation of India...

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Free and Compulsory Education for all


The Government of India had in the year 2010 itself mandated for free and compulsory education for all children in the age group of 6-14. This included typical children as well as children with special needs.

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DSFI's initiative to go Plastic Free


As a body that believes in being eco-friendly, Down syndrome Federation of India has taken the initiative a step further. We are making bags in our center that can help ...

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Persons with Down syndrome doing wonders


The general myth that persons with special needs cannot perform all activities is being questioned time and again by them. Persons with Down syndrome are ...

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Weaving Wonders


Yarn. Colours. Looms. Patterns. Creativity. Put all of these together and see beautiful fabrics, table mats,sarees and other products emerge. The children of mathru mandir,

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