BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New Zealand Down Syndrome Association (NZDSA) - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New Zealand Down Syndrome Association (NZDSA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20270403T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20270925T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194007 CREATED:20250926T070802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T101756Z UID:17542-1759951800-1759957200@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Behind the Data: The Realities for People with Learning Disability in NZ DESCRIPTION:8th October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Data-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nIn 2023\, IHC released a landmark report using New Zealand’s Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI)\, a large government database holding information on nine million people. This research exposed stark inequities faced by people with intellectual disability\, including much poorer health outcomes\, higher rates of chronic illness\, and a life expectancy up to 22 years shorter than the rest of the population. It also revealed that people with intellectual disability are over three times more likely to be victims of crime\, and that families are disproportionately affected by child removals and family violence. \nIHC have now updated this research with new data\, allowing us to track whether outcomes for people with intellectual disability have improved since 2018. Alongside this\, IHC has released The Cost of Exclusion\, a new report showing the severe and ongoing economic disadvantage faced by people with intellectual disability and their families. They are three times more likely to live in material hardship\, often go without essentials such as fresh food\, heating\, and transport\, and children are far more likely to miss out on school and social activities because of cost. \nThis presentation will share key findings from these updated reports\, highlight trends over time\, and connect the data to the lived experiences of families. It will also discuss the action needed to create meaningful change and achieve equity for people with intellectual disability in Aotearoa New Zealand. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/behind-the-data-the-realities-for-people-with-learning-disability-in-nz/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/behind-the-data.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251009T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251009T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194007 CREATED:20250927T073811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T102018Z UID:17554-1760011200-1760018400@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Keeping Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome Healthy DESCRIPTION:9th October at 12pmFocus: Improved Health-Improved Lives \nAudience: All \nIn this presentation\, Dr Brian Skotko reviews all of the questions and concerns that parents most often have about their sons and daughters with Down syndrome. He provides the answers and action steps\, stemming from the latest clinical research on people with Down syndrome. Based on his clinical experience in the Down Syndrome Program at Massachusetts General Hospital\, Dr Skotko makes sure that every parent can anticipate medical conditions so that the potentials of all people with Down syndrome are maximized. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/keeping-children-and-adolescents-with-down-syndrome-healthy-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/keeping-children-and-adolescents-healthy.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251009T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251009T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T075302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T102158Z UID:17560-1760038200-1760043600@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:How to improve education and employment outcomes for Whaikaha DESCRIPTION:9th October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Education/Employment-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nThis presentation explores how education and employment systems can better support people with Down syndrome. Grant will highlight systemic barriers and share practical strategies to create equitable opportunities that value their strengths and contributions of the people we support. He will also spend time exploring ideas that have made a real difference for him and others in education and employment \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/how-to-improve-education-and-employment-outcomes-for-whaikaha/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/how-to-improve-education-and-employment.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T163000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T075633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T102318Z UID:17565-1760198400-1760200200@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Creating\, Sharing and Empowering DESCRIPTION:11th October at 4pmMeeting ID: 861 7365 3928Passcode: 776200 \n Join zoom meeting URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/creating-sharing-and-empowering/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/NZDSA_WDSM25_Zoom_Headers12-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T173000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T075914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T102537Z UID:17568-1760200200-1760203800@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:STRIVE and STEP-UP: Shaping Futures Through Advocacy DESCRIPTION:11th October at 4.30pmMeeting ID: 883 0045 4710Passcode: 720444 \n Join zoom meeting URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/strive-and-step-up-shaping-futures-through-advocacy/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/NZDSA_WDSM25_Zoom_Headers13-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251013T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251013T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T080639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T102729Z UID:17573-1760356800-1760364000@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Books Beyond Barriers and more! DESCRIPTION:13th October at 12pmFocus: Improved Information-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nKrissy is the National Librarian at the CCS Disability Action Library and Information Service. Krissy will talk about her passion in sharing information to empower people. Krissy will share the different accessible forms of information and talk about sharing information through community radio and podcast.   \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/books-beyond-barriers-and-more/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/books-beyond-barriers-and-more.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251013T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251013T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T081540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T102853Z UID:17579-1760383800-1760389200@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Supporting people with learning difficulties experiencing grief DESCRIPTION:13th October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Wellbeing and Resilience-Improved Lives \nAudience: All \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/supporting-people-with-learning-difficulties-experiencing-grief/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/supporting-people-with-learning-disabilities-experiencing-grief.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T082005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T103013Z UID:17583-1760443200-1760450400@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Home & School: Joyful connections and a strong relationship DESCRIPTION:14th October at 12pmFocus: Improved Education–Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nI’m presenting in my capacity as a parent\, not in a professional capacity. My daughter Charlotte is in Year 4 at our local primary school.  I’ll be sharing with you about this journey so far and how we work together with our school to ensure that we have a strong relationship.  It’s a long-term relationship\, and it’s not always smooth – but I’ve learned some important things along the way. \nI’ll talk about how we communicate\, plan and solve problems together\, and how our focus has changed over the last 4 years. \nThis is suitable for anyone who is starting school in the next few years or who has already started primary school. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/home-school-joyful-connections-and-a-strong-relationship/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/NZDSA_WDSM25_Zoom_Headers16-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T082354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T103147Z UID:17587-1760470200-1760475600@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:From Voices to Power: Making Accessibility a Political Priority DESCRIPTION:14th October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Advocacy-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nHow do we transform lived experience into political influence? In her talk\, Juliana Carvalho will share the story and strategy behind the Access Matters campaign\, a grassroots movement working to make accessibility a political priority in Aotearoa New Zealand. Drawing on lessons from collective action\, community organising\, and coalition-building\, Juliana will explore how diverse voices can be amplified into a united call for change. She will highlight practical steps the campaign is taking to engage policymakers\, mobilise supporters\, and shift public narratives—demonstrating the power of collaboration to create a more inclusive society for all. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/from-voices-to-power-making-accessibility-a-political-priority/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/from-voices-to-power.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251015T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251015T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T082916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T103326Z UID:17592-1760529600-1760536800@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:The IHC Library - Responding to Change DESCRIPTION:15th October at 12pmFocus: Improved Information-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nA brief look at what the IHC Library is and how it can support parents\, caregivers and anyone with an interest in intellectual disability. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/the-ihc-library-responding-to-change/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/the-ihc-library.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251015T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251015T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T083321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T103511Z UID:17597-1760556600-1760562000@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Babble Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:15th October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Communications-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nThis presentation shares a pilot study of Babble Boot Camp\, a caregiver-led programme that supports early speech and language development in infants with Down syndrome\, offering insights into proactive strategies for lifelong communication \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/babble-boot-camp/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/babble-boot-camp.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251016T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251016T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T084021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T103642Z UID:17603-1760643000-1760648400@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Health equity for people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities DESCRIPTION:16th October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Health-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nThis talk will cover the unfair health outcomes faced by people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities\, including findings from Down Syndrome International’s ‘Our Say in Our Health’ report. We will also discuss work happening on this topic from the World Health Organization\, and actions that we can all take to make things better.  \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/health-equity-for-people-with-down-syndrome-and-intellectual-disabilities/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/health-equity-for-people-with-down-syndrome.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251020T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251020T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T090458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T103919Z UID:17608-1760961600-1760968800@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Ageing and future aspirations: Navigating Ever-Changing Seas DESCRIPTION:20th October at 12pmFocus: Improved Aging-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals  \nNavigating Ever-Changing Seas is a new model for understanding the experiences of ageing people with intellectual (learning) disabilities and the family/whānau who support them. These relationships can be complex and change over time\, often involving multiple generations. Everyone’s experience is shaped by their identity\, relationships\, past and present support\, and the wider community and social context. Understanding these perspectives helps guide future planning\, support practices\, service development\, research\, and inclusive policies. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/ageing-and-future-aspirations-navigating-ever-changing-seas/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ageing-and-future-aspirations.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251020T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251020T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T091113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T104038Z UID:17613-1760988600-1760994000@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Improving Brain Health for people with Down syndrome DESCRIPTION:20th October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Aging-Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals   \nPeople with Down syndrome are at increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. This talk will discuss common symptoms of dementia\, and how medical specialists can assess memory and brain health. It will cover current and emerging treatments. Lastly\, it will cover how to optimise brain health across all life stages. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/improving-brain-health-for-people-with-down-syndrome/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/improving-brain-health-for-people.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251021T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251021T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T091525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T104538Z UID:17617-1761048000-1761055200@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Building Capability Through Supported Independence DESCRIPTION:21st October at 12pmFocus: Improved Wellbeing and Resilience–Improved Lives \nAudience: Parents\, whānau and professionals   \nDr Maree Kirk’s presentation situates the World Down Syndrome 2025 theme — Improved Support\, Improved Lives — within the New Zealand context. Drawing on her PhD research\, she developed the theory of wellbeing for children with a disability\, which identified three principles of acceptance\, recognition\, and supported independence. She highlights how capability must be intentionally built across home\, school\, and community. Supported independence is not about doing everything alone\, but about balancing autonomy and support to enable full participation in education\, family\, and community life. Maree also shares insights from recent Ministry of Education pilot projects and the national Network of Expertise (NEX) contract\, alongside findings from her action research on the Transition Capability Pathway. Her presentation shows how family-led\, holistic\, and rights-based approaches to support can transform independence and inclusion for learners with Down syndrome. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/building-capability-through-supported-independence/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/building-capability.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251021T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251021T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250927T092245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T104707Z UID:17622-1761075000-1761080400@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Empowering Self-determination with Volition DESCRIPTION:21st October at 7.30pmFocus: Improved Supported Decision-Making-Improved Lives \nAudience: All \nHaving choice and control in your life starts with knowing what is important to you and then telling others. This session will walk through Volition\, a new app that empowers Decision Makers to work with their Supporters to understand and communicate the things that matter to them. \n Register here URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/empowering-self-determination-with-volition/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/empowering-self-determination.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251029T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251029T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20251017T220045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T220045Z UID:17714-1761764400-1761769800@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Care and Wellbeing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Care Matters and the New Zealand Down Syndrome Association (NZDSA) are excited to bring the Down syndrome community a care and wellbeing workshop!\nTo mark the UN International Day of Care and Support\, we invite parents\, family\, whānau\, and aiga carers to a special workshop honouring your incredible mahi.\nThis free wellbeing workshop is designed as a calm\, welcoming space where you can pause\, connect\, and focus on you. Together we’ll explore tools and ideas to strengthen resilience\, nurture balance\, and support you in the important role you play.\nDate: Wednesday 29 October 2025\nTime: 7.00-8.30pm URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/care-and-wellbeing-workshop/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/560607204_1230333005806931_5182930830507019469_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251108T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251108T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250718T014427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T014427Z UID:17368-1762621200-1762624800@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:NZDSA AGM DESCRIPTION:8th November at 5pm \nNZDSA AGM \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82780897188?pwd=CUqgXvMdUecIHZUpE7yQbVXhfLOqSP.1 \nMeeting ID: 827 8089 7188 \nPasscode: 206417 URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/nzdsa-agm/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T213000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250306T071525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T071627Z UID:16597-1764095400-1764106200@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:ADSA Parents Dinner DESCRIPTION:This is a dinner for ADSA parents. Come along to connect with other families and meet friends – new and old. Share some delicious food\, and plenty of laughs.\nCome for a drink\, dinner\, dessert or everything – The GOOD HOME do fantastic food. (Please note: this meal is not funded by ADSA).\nPlease RSVP to Angela on 027 605 4496. URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/adsa-parents-dinner-2/ LOCATION:The Good Home\, 37 Normandy Road\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/477238275_1072180381621029_4042831231382227936_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Auckland Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:clo@adsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251128T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250718T014600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T040705Z UID:17370-1764316800-1764522000@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Youth Development Camp DESCRIPTION:28th -30th November 2025 \nYouth Development Camp \nA camp for youth and adults with Down syndrome.  It is an 18+ plus event \nIf you are interested\, please contact Linda na@nzdsa.org.nz \n\nYouth and Self-Advocates Registration\, Release\, Consent and Risk Management FormsFull Name*GenderMaleFemaleDate of BirthMobileEmail AddressName of Parent/Primary carerCarer MobileCarer Home PhoneCarer EmailEmergency contacts when you are at campContact NameRelation to youContact Home NumberContact Mobile NumberTo attend the Outdoor camp\, you must be able to say YES to each highlighted question I am or my family is a member of the NZDSAYesNoI will be 18 or older by the date of the campYesNoI will complete all tasks before\, during and after the campYesNoI will share the information and experience with othersYesNoI am willing to follow instructions so we all have a positive time and minimise risksYesNoI have experience with air travel and overnight stays at a hotel/campYesNoI am vaccinated and my COVID-19 vaccinations are current YesNoI am fit and will participate in walking and adventure activitiesYesNoI am willing to fully participate in the training YesNoI am independent and can take care of my personal needs/cares YesNoI regularly participate in a social/recreation/leadership group\n (if there is one in your area)YesNoI have a support person who can assist me with post-course work. Their name isthey are myAcknowledgement of responsibilitiesTo attend the Outdoor camp\, you must be able to say YES to each highlighted question I have read and understood the attached Traffic Light Behaviour - Code of Expected Behaviour - and I know what behaviour is expected of me YesNoI know that I will need to follow the health and safety guidelines provided so that I can keep safe and to help others to be safeYesNoRelease and ConsentI agree that my story and/or photographs can be published in the NZDSA’s CHAT21 JournalYesNoI agree that my story and photographs can be used to promote the NZDSA’s workshops or projectsYesNoI give permission for my e-mail address to be circulated to the other participants who attend the campYesNoI give permission for my home number to be circulated to the other participants who attend the campYesNoI give permission for my mobile number to be circulated to the other participants who attend the campYesNoRisk Management and Emergency ContactNamePhone and MobileEmailDoctorPhoneMobilePhysical description\, please include the following:HeightWeightHair ColourEye ColourPlease attach a recent photographIf applicable: Let us know of any accessibility requirements: (Mobility\, hearing\, vision etc.)If applicable: Let us know of any specific support needs:Special Dietary Requirements: Please note all in this sectionYesNoDietary Requirement Details*What happens if you eat the wrong food?*What do you want us to do if you eat the wrong food?*Do you have any allergies\, e.g. bee stings\, penicillinYesNoAllergies Details*What happens if you have an allergic reaction?*What do you want us to do if you have an allergic reaction?*Do you have any medical conditions?YesNoMedical Conditions Details*Are you currently on medication?*Please provide full up-to-date details of what medication\, dosage\, when and who should administer? *Please indicate what we should do in the event of a medical issue. Call the doctor*Please read the following and then sign\n\nIn the event of an accident or illness\, I authorise the obtaining of any medical assistance on my behalf as may be deemed necessary by the staff of NZDSA.\n\nI understand and agree that I need to follow the Health and Safety Guidelines provided and that everyone attending is responsible for taking the necessary measures to ensure their own and others’ safety. \n\nI accept that whilst the New Zealand Down Syndrome Association Incorporated (NZDSA) staff\, volunteer support workers and other organisations will exercise due care and employ health and safety risk management techniques in both support and activities\, it will not be liable for injury\, damage or loss which a delegate may sustain to themselves or their property whilst attending the NZDSA Youth Development Camp.\n\nI accept responsibility for my own actions and safety. \n\nI understand that the NZDSA will not accept responsibility for loss or damage of personal property. \n\nI have completed these forms to the best of my knowledge. I have read and understood the statement with regard to risk management and the privacy portion of this form. I have completed the criteria for attendance list. I agree to participate in the assigned tasks.\n\nPrivacy\n\nThe information provided will only be used for risk management purposes and for our records. \nYour information will not be given to any other agency or person without your permission. Type Full Name to Digitally Sign*Submit URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/youth-development-camp-2/ ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20250718T014737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T014737Z UID:17372-1765036800-1765040400@nzdsa.org.nz SUMMARY:Strive Afternoon Tea Club DESCRIPTION:6th December at 4pm – 5pm \nSTRIVE Afternoon Tea Club \nA session run by people with Down syndrome for people with Down syndrome.  All are welcome but focussed on +16 participants \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84924519282?pwd=D2jHmQ96Mn6btiJLA02gAtq9QzLbbn.1 \nMeeting ID: 849 2451 9282 \nPasscode: 008473 URL:https://nzdsa.org.nz/event/strive-afternoon-tea-club-5/ LOCATION:Zoom\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/542ddb74-c92c-1452-50dd-cf7cbaef1008.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260214T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20260122T030906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T030906Z UID:17797-1771084800-1771088400@nzdsa.org.nz 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/542ddb74-c92c-1452-50dd-cf7cbaef1008.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260224T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260224T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20260122T031136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T032735Z UID:17799-1771961400-1771965000@nzdsa.org.nz 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260314T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260314T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20260122T032941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T032941Z UID:17801-1773504000-1773507600@nzdsa.org.nz 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/542ddb74-c92c-1452-50dd-cf7cbaef1008.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260320T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260320T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20260304T030328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T031034Z UID:17845-1774033200-1774038600@nzdsa.org.nz 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzdsa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NZDSA_WDSD26_TBCSq.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:na@nzdsa.org.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260322 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20260122T033137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T030110Z UID:17803-1774051200-1774137599@nzdsa.org.nz 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260401T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260401T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T194008 CREATED:20260319T075513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T075513Z UID:17944-1775071800-1775075400@nzdsa.org.nz 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 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR