Inclusive Education Summit / EDSA Annual General Assembly
Together Against Loneliness
Discover the 2026 EDSA poster collection, dedicated to the theme Together Against Loneliness
Webinars
We organize webinars focused on sharing knowledge and best practices related to Down syndrome. These sessions cover a broad range of topics, including health, education, inclusion, and independent living, promoting greater awareness and support across Europe
The European Down Syndrome Association (EDSA) is a non-profit organization supporting and representing people with Down syndrome across Europe.
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“Spotlight Talks” is a webinar series featuring EDSA member associations. It was created to share experiences, learn from one another, and strengthen connections across our network. So far, we have held two Spotlight Talks. In January 2026, Down España hosted Read More...
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Jacqueline London and Marina Marušić Fojš took part in the 6th International Conference of the Trisomy 21 Research Society, held in Denver, Colorado, from 17–20 June 2026. In this one-hour webinar, they will share key findings, new insights, and the Read More...
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Türkiye Down syndrome Association will host the next EDSA Annual General Assembly (AGA2026), taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 23–25 October 2026. As part of the programme, the association will also host the Inclusive Education Summit on 24 October 2026. Read More...
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People with Down syndrome are at a much higher risk of developing dementia as they grow older. Recognising the early signs and understanding how best to provide support can be challenging for families, support workers and healthcare professionals. The new Read More...
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Across Europe, organisations supporting people with Down syndrome work in diverse national contexts and develop different approaches to meeting the needs of individuals and families. One of EDSA’s core roles is to make this work visible and create opportunities for Read More...
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On 28–29 May 2026, EDSA joined partners from Italy, Portugal, Spain, Ireland, France, Hungary, Croatia and Türkiye in Rome for the second in-person meeting of the Valueable Network, a European initiative dedicated to increasing employment opportunities for people with intellectual Read More...
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The European Disability Strategy has been updated! What is it? This Strategy was adopted on the 6th May 2026 by the European Commission, and it sets objectives to improve the lives of people with disabilities from 2021 until 2030. This Read More...
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EDSA Newsletters are now fully digital! Explore the links below to catch up on our latest eNewsletters, filled with news, updates, stories, and happenings from across the EDSA community. July 2026 – Summer edition May 2026 – New address in Read More...
WDSD 2026: “Together Against Loneliness”
EDSA’s priorities may be summarized as follows:
EDSA’s priorities
may be summarized
as follows:
Protection of the rights of people with Down syndrome
The provision of genetic counselling when diagnosis has been confirmed
Diversity in education initiatives
Promoting access to employment and providing guidance for adult life
Providing guardianship services and training specialists
Promoting positive social images
Supporting research and the development and implementation of new technologies
Guaranteeing professional and dedicated association leadership.
EDSA members
