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The Butterfly - DSWA's logo

Down Syndrome WA embraced the butterfly as its logo very early in the development of the organisation and, appropriately, it has metamorphosed over the years.

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It is now a positive and uplifting shade of blue and quite individual in design and contour, making it immediately recognisable.The butterfly symbolises many qualities that we admire in people with Down syndrome and fits comfortably with DSWA's vision. It is, therefore a very appropriate logo that will help promote a positive image in the community.

Butterflies are fragile, delicate, beautiful - so too there is a vulnerability and a true beauty that is touching in people with Down syndrome.
Butterflies have very individual colours and designs - so too the colourful personalities of individuals with Down syndrome are infinite.
The metamorphosis of the caterpillar which emerges from its cocoon transformed into a magnificent butterfly is stunning and symbolises the potential that is in all people with Down syndrome.
The image of a butterfly in flight is also one which sits very comfortably with the vision that we have for all people with Down syndrome. Our vision is for people with Down syndrome to have the freedom to take flight, to live a life of their choice, to follow their dreams.

Each person is like a butterfly in the wind.

Some can fly higher than others;

But each one flies the best it can.

Why compare one against the other?

Each one is different.

Each one is special.

Each one is beautiful.

The sale of DSWA merchandise contributes to raising awareness

about people with Down syndrome

All profits from merchandise sales help DSWA's core support services including a communications initiative which will directly benefit people with Down syndrome of all ages.

Help us support a life of possibilities......

Please note: this page is currently under construction, the PayPal buttons do not yet function. We apologise for any inconvenice this may cause. To order your DSWA merchandise please click here to download a DSWA merchandise order form (in pdf format). Or contact us for a hard copy or for a copy in another format.

DSWA Calendar 2012

(245mm x 340mm)

Beautiful, contemporary calendar in black and white, commemorating 25 years of DSWA providing supports to families. Superb photographs by award-winning photographer Bob Litchfield featuring DSWA family members. A wonderful gift for family, friends, teachers.

$15.00

Front view

Back view

25th Anniversary t-shirt

LIMITED STOCK LEFT

Good quality material, slim-line design, black with silver butterflies and lettering. Available in women's sizes: 14, 16 and 18. Purchase your lovely commemorative 25th anniversary t-shirt for $10, by contacting DSWA on 9358 4002 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

$10.00

Greater Expectations: Living with Down syndrome in the 21st century

by Jan Gothard

Down syndrome is the most common cause of intellectual disability in Australia and renowned child health expert Professor Fiona Stanley calls Greater Expectations THE book to read if you have a child with Down syndrome.

Based on more than sixty personal interviews and supported by scholarly research, the book shows the varied attitudes and approaches which together make up the rich experience of living with Down syndrome in a changing society.

This moving, partly autobiographical, account is a must for all those people – parents, teachers, health professionals and policy makers – who make choices that affect people with Down syndrome.

All author royalties generated from the sale of this book will go to the Down Syndrome Association of Western Australia.

$25.00

Greeting cards

Featuring original paintings from the brush of Artist Dave Guhl.

(8 pkt) various paintings, blank.

$10.00

Nina Rose and her Dancing Prince

by Sandra Wise

A beautifully worded and illustrated book (44 pages) aimed at primary school-age children. Nina Rose and Amy always loved dancing on the beach. One day they were joined by Hugh, a young friend with Down syndrome. Together they hatch a plan to help him compete in the school dance contest - and the adventure begins.