Down Syndrome Association of Delaware

Advocacy & Government Affairs

The DSA of Delaware works in various capacities to promote awareness and advocate for federal, state, and local policies that positively impact people with Down syndrome. The DSA of Delaware accomplishes this by:

  • Advocating with State and Federal agencies to develop and improve laws, regulations and other policies that support people with Down syndrome
  • Training and educating parents, self-advocates and others to advocate on the local, state and national levels to positively impact the lives of people with Down syndrome
  • Participating in coalitions that support and help advance the Down syndrome legislative agenda
  • Communicating when DSA of Delaware membership support is needed to ensure legislators hear our concerns

Key legislative events/activities

  • Disability Day in Legislative Hall
  • Government testimony supporting state and national priorities
  • Meetings with local, state, and national legislators

Questions? Contact Advocacy Chair Maddie Campbell info@dsadelaware.org