To empower individuals with Down syndrome to live full and meaningful lives, enabling them to reach their full potential in all aspects of life.
To promote the inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome in all aspects of society, including education, healthcare, and community life.
To raise awareness and understanding of Down syndrome in the community, challenging stereotypes and promoting acceptance.
To be a catalyst for improving healthcare outcomes for individuals with Down syndrome.
To advocate for the rights of individuals with Down syndrome, ensuring they have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
To serve as a leading educational resource for healthcare providers offering up-to-date information, best practices, and training opportunities related to Down syndrome.
The Down Syndrome Centres of East Africa envisions a society where individuals with Down syndrome are not just accepted, but truly valued and celebrated for their unique contributions. We strive to create a world where they are fully included and empowered to lead fulfilling lives, enriching their communities with their diverse gifts and perspectives.
Our negative assumptions about people with Down syndrome can lead us to treat them in such a way that these assumptions become reality. In sociology, this is called a ‘self-fulfilling prophecy’. Why not reverse our perspectives?