Celebrating Pongal with Joy and Unity at Mathru Mandir
The Pongal celebrations at Mathru Mandir, home to the Down Syndrome Federation of India, were filled with joy and togetherness. Children and parents came together to create beautiful Rangolis, with kolams made in intricate designs. The festive spirit was alive as moms and children danced…
A budding scientist
Mauly, a talented young girl with Down syndrome, made a remarkable impression at the annual science exhibition held at Sunrise Public School in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Among the 50 diverse projects displayed, Mauly’s stood out for its creativity and insightful presentation. As a student in Standard…
Babli getting an online award from the Rasa dance academy
As part of RASA 35 and their 25th Margazhi Kala RASA Mahotsavam RASA are honouring 25 Veteran/ Senior Artistes in the fields of Dance , Drama and Music over the 12 days of the festival ( 24th December to 4th January ) . It was…
An epic milestone, not just for Jijo but for India.
That’s how the power of an extra chromosome was shown in India’s biggest motorcycling festival – India Bike Week 2024. The response? Watch to find out ☺️Share this far and wide to celebrate inclusion!
INQ FEST: A Celebration of Inclusion
DSFI children recently participated in “TALENTIA 2024,” an innovative cultural festival held at KCT Campus, Coimbatore on December 7th. This pioneering event marked the first-ever inclusive cultural celebration in India, bringing together children with special needs and neurotypical children to showcase their talents. Our children,…
Aarav Mahajan has been honored with the Best Innovative Product Award
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news! Aarav Mahajan has been honored with the Best Innovative Product Award by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment at the prestigious Divya Kala Mela, India Gate. Heartiest congratulations to Aarav and his remarkable mother, Sucheta Mahajan!…
Enjoy the forest virtually too
This is the forest day theme at the Down syndrome federation of India center at Chennai. Self advocates are being taught about forests in a practical manner.
Babli with family and friends
We need to understand the importance of family, extended families and friends in the lives of our self advocates. They are the support that will keep our self advocates happy and content. As we all know persons with Down Syndrome only know the language of…
Rajkot Gujarat Received National Award 2024
Ms. Niti Rakesh Rathod, from Rajkot Gujarat. Received National Award 2024 for Shresth Divyangjan Medalist in 200m Freestyle and 200m Butterfly@ 2024 SIVUSINDIA Open National Swimming , Chennai, TamilNadu for Persons with Intellectual Impairment,Down Syndrome &Autism
Jijo recognised as ‘IBW People’ in 2024 by India Bike Week (IBW)
Many of you may know that our Jijo was recognised as ‘IBW People’ in 2024 by India Bike Week (IBW) as the only Indian motorsport photographer with Down Syndrome.⚡ What we saw and experienced at IBW 2024, the biggest motorcycle festival in India that takes…