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.
Read MoreDelhi 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...
Read MoreAnother 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreKite 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
Read MoreA 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.
Read MoreNo 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
Read MoreFelicitation 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.
Read MoreWDSD 2019 Press Releases
show and tell attend an art walk,story telling session and dance performance to support a cause
Read MoreRegistration / Participation for WDSD Celebration
Registration/Participation for the World Down Syndrome Day celebration...(for persons with DS and their families only)
Read MoreWe 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!
Read MoreWorld DownSyndrome Day
I'll be there to show my support at the World Down Syndrome Celebration!
Read MoreKimaya'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!
Read MoreWorld 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.
Read MoreA 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...
Read MoreNayi Disha parents talk
Few beautiful moms in our ND group helped record this video. Ever so grateful to all for agreeing to record this
View MoreFun 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...
Read MoreEmpower 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.
Read MorePositive 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...
Read MoreFree 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.
Read MoreDSFI'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 ...
Read MorePersons 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 ...
Read MoreWeaving 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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