Authentic Inclusion in Schools: DSV's education conference

Down Syndrome Victoria is proud to present

Authentic Inclusion in Schools: a DSV education conference.

Join us for this essential professional development conference on Monday 2 March 2026 and learn practical ways to create the foundations for genuine inclusion at your primary or secondary school.
We are thrilled to announce the ABC's National Disability Affairs Reporter Nas Campanella as our keynote speaker for the conference.
Hear from speakers:

• Dr Erin Leif
• Associate Professor Kathy Cologan
• Loren Swancutt
• Nas Campanella
• Nick Drover

The conference will present a range of practical strategies from leaders in the education sector, supporting educators to better include and engage all students, creating genuine and meaningful inclusion in schools.

Topics will include:

• Teaching children with Down syndrome to read, and the benefits for language and cognition.
• Proactive strategies to nurture positive behaviour.
• Why inclusion matters.
• Supporting communication with Key Word Sign.
• Practical strategies to adjust the curriculum and design for inclusion.
• Plus more!

Attending this conference can also contribute to your VIT professional development.
This conference is for any educator looking to improve diversity and inclusion in your school. This includes classroom teachers, specialist teachers, leadership teams and support staff.

Numbers are limited, so don't miss out. Visit downsyndrome.org.au/vic/conference for details. Take advantage of our early bird prices, available until Friday 19 December.
If your school requires an invoice in order to make payment, instead of booking here in Eventbrite, please email [email protected] or call our office on 9486 9600 and this can be arranged. Our office hours are Monday to Thursday, 10am to 4:30pm.

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