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SUMMARY:Strive Afternoon Tea Club
DESCRIPTION:STRIVE Afternoon Tea Club \nJoin us for our first STRIVE Afternoon Tea Club of the year — a fun social session run by people with Down syndrome\, for people with Down syndrome. \nThis session is open to everyone\, but especially for participants aged 16 and over. \nDate:     Saturday 14th February  2026 \nTime:     4pm -5pm \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84054182031?pwd=8KdJZRFo6IAjN34JCuxggo3XWYJSWl.1 \nMeeting ID: 840 5418 2031 \nPasscode: 442637
URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/strive-afternoon-tea-club-6/
LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Regression Disorder Support Group for Parents and Whānau
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special online gathering to connect with other parents and whānau who support people experiencing Regression Disorder.\nThis is a chance to share experiences\, learn from one another\, and be part of a supportive and understanding community. \nTopic: Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD)\nWe will be viewing a recording of Dr Cathy Franklin’s presentation from the recent Virtual Conference.\nThis is an excellent opportunity to catch up if you missed the live session or to discuss the recording together. \nAbout the Speaker:\nDr Cathy Franklin is the Director of the Queensland Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability and Autism Health at Mater Hospital\, South Brisbane.\nShe also leads a Down syndrome clinic for adolescents and adults. \nTuesday 24 February 2026 \n7.30pm -8.30pm \nJoin Zoom Meeting – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85698082370?pwd=G6azWJer5gmPw9yYmh3EK0ScQHYV8W.1 \nMeeting ID: 856 9808 2370 \nPasscode: 465489
URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/regression-disorder-support-group-for-parents-and-whanau/
LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz
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SUMMARY:STRIVE Afternoon Tea Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the STRIVE Afternoon Tea Club—a fun social session run by people with Down syndrome\, for people with Down syndrome. \nDate:     Saturday 14th March 2026 \nTime:     4pm -5pm \nThis session is open to everyone\, but especially for participants aged 16 and over. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82442809092?pwd=x5wTnmRZHclyLWLOhvy4K0HK4IKwKb.1 \nMeeting ID: 824 4280 9092 \nPasscode: 548545
URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/strive-afternoon-tea-club-7/
LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:The Big Connect
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to The Big Connect on the eve of World Down Syndrome Day!Our community\, spread far and wide across Aotearoa\, will come together to celebrate the incredible people with Down syndrome and their whānau as we kick off World Down Syndrome Day. \nJoin us:Friday 20 March 2026\, 7.00pm – 8.30pmOnline via Zoom – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89888084692…Meeting ID: 898 8808 4692Passcode: 684429 \nOr here is a link to our event:https://www.facebook.com/share/1GSEbsC1hP/ \nWorld Down Syndrome Day – Together Against Loneliness \nLoneliness is not just a feeling – it’s a human rights issue. Research in New Zealand shows many people with learning disabilities experience social isolation. When rights are upheld – to live in the community\, have relationships and be part of a family\, go to an inclusive school and job\, and take part in cultural life\, sport\, and play – loneliness is reduced and people are more able to experience a good life. \nWhat to Expect at The Big Connect \nAt The Big Connect\, you’ll hear from self-advocates\, parents\, and professionals about how real inclusion helps combat loneliness. You’ll have the opportunity to take the open mic and share your own stories\, joining others in standing against loneliness. Connect with people from across Aotearoa as we launch WDSD. \nLet’s do more than celebrate in 2026.Let’s strengthen advocacy.Let’s challenge exclusion.Let’s stand Together Against Loneliness.
URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/the-big-connect-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz
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SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day!
DESCRIPTION:World Down Syndrome Day!
URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/world-down-syndrome-day-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz
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SUMMARY:Down Syndrome and Autism Support Group for Parents & Whanau
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special online session to recognise International World Autism Awareness Day on 2 April.\nThis year’s theme is “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value.”\nThis session is for parents and whānau supporting people with Down syndrome and autism. It is an opportunity to connect\, share experiences\, learn from one another\, and be part of a supportive and understanding space. \nWednesday 1 April 2026\n7.30pm – 8.30pm\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83004530090?pwd=6LJqxGqMvSizT96Eva5BV4hEb9dq9y.1 \nMeeting ID: 830 0453 0090\nPasscode: 578136 \n 
URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/down-syndrome-and-autism-support-group-for-parents-whanau/
LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand
ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz
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