DSAH Board of Directors
The Down Syndrome Association of Hamilton is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.
Monthly Board Meetings are scheduled at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month. Nominations and elections take place at the Annual General Meeting.
The Down Syndrome Association of Hamilton holds active seats on
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- Down Syndrome Association of Ontario (DSAO)
- Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) at Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) and,
- SEAC at Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) and,
- Project Search Steering Committee (HWDSB)
2023-24 Board of Directors
Down Syndrome Association of Hamilton
Sub Committees
Subcommittees are created and led by Board Members and are made up of association members, community volunteers and professionals. This is hands on work as these Commitees take ideas into action!
Social Commitee
Led by the Social Convenor, the Social Committee plans and runs social events including World DS Day (3/21), Summer Picnic, Halloween, Christmas and social nights.
The Walk Committee
Led by the Fundraising Director and Event Coordinator, “The Walk” Committee is responsible for planning and executing DSAH’s major community and fundraising event. Planning is year round with peak times in the summer and September.
Programming Sub Committees
Led by the Director of Programming, Preschool, School Age, Teen and Adult commitees plan and initiate programming for their respective age group. Some supervision of programs may be required.
Advocacy and Education Committee
Led by the Vice-Chair, this committee executes DSAH’s mission of advocating for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.
Advocating for prenatal care, education and meaningful employment are the committee’s main focus.
Experts in their fields, this committee is made up of Board Members.
Interested in joining our board or volunteering on a committee?
Contact us!