ALI – All living independently
Introduction 1 October 2023 was the starting date for a new Erasmus + project called All living independently. Since EDSA is a partner in this project, together with three of its members, AIPD Potenza from Italy, Down Syndrom Czech, Trisomie 21 Luxemburg we would like to report about it regularly.But also for the reason that […]
Family Exchange Programme – UKRAINE
As EDSA, one of our aims is to build bridges between families who have a child or a relative with Down syndrome and are living in different countries. We believe that changing experiences and see different cultures are a great possibility for all of us. Therefore we designed a website www.edsafamily.com and create a platform […]
ICOD- Project – Improving Cognition in Down syndrome
On the occasion of the World Down Syndrome Day and in the framework of the H2020 EU-funded ICOD (Improving Cognition in Down Syndrome) project, the partner members organize the first ICOD symposium in collaboration with the Italian Task force for DS. The objective of the event is to offer people with DS and their families […]
Erasmus+ project “I learn and get beyond my limits”
Since beginning of 2021 EDSA is partner in the Erasmus+ project „I learn and get beyond my limits“. Lebel had a difficult start, due to the Covid situation. A kick of meeting in presence was not possible, so was organized in September 2021 as a 3 day-online meeting.The project leader and coordinator is the turkish […]
Horizon 2020 Programme – Improving Cognition in Down syndrome
New project, funded from the European Union’s Horizon research and innovation programme: Improving Cognition in Down syndrome (the ICOD project) The ICOD project is ready to start: the first EU-funded project on an innovative pharmacological approach for the treatment of cognitive dysfunction in Down Syndrome. Down syndrome (DS) is the most common chromosomal abnormality in […]
The Hiring Chain
Today we want to share something very special with you! Performed by 17-time Grammy award winning artist Sting, we are delighted to announce the launch of “The Hiring Chain”, a new international communication campaign from CoorDown. Please watch this video and share it far and wide: #HiringChain sends the message to employers all over the […]
Kiev invited EDSA Experts
Conference on Job Inclusion On the 5th and 6th December 2019 a conference was organized by the Ukrainian DS Association in Kiev. The focus was on Education and Employment of people with Dow Syndrome. Besides the contributions from Ukraine, there were two guest speakers from the Netherlands. With the financial support through the EDSA project […]
Promising technology for people with Down syndrome: PROJECT UNDERSTOOD
Project Understood Voice technology is becoming a more important tool in day-to-day life that can help to make independent living more accessible. The problem is that currently, the technology doesn’t always understand people with Down syndrome. That’s why the Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS) and Google are working together to ensure the future of voice technology includes […]
DS21 – a platform connecting individuals, families and experts
Having a family member or friend with Down syndrome can lead to a truly enriching and joyful life. But with this beautiful love comes a unique set of challenges and opportunities.That’s why we’ve created DS21, a complete tool dedicated to helping you. It’s a unique, global platform that brings together all those affected by this […]
Value-able – new launch of the European project for job placement
A brand for companies that hire workers with intellectual disabilities The alliance between associations and companies is strengthened with Leader Aipd, supported by associations, universities, training institutions. 103 companies, 6 European countries, 400 workers with Down syndrome. “With the third edition we aim to reach 200 companies and 8 countries. And we will succeed!” Rome, 16 September […]
