Reaching and assisting other parents of children with Down syndrome through counseling, collective strength, emotional support and advocacy

Promoting public awareness and educating better understanding of Down syndrome, its problems, its possibilities and its developments in education and treatment

Insisting that appropriate programs for people with Down syndrome are available in all aspects of their lives, including education, recreation, worship, employment and independent living

Encouraging Down syndrome research

Informing parents and the public about all legislation affecting people with developmental disabilities

Protecting and promoting the rights of people with Down syndrome

Addressing social policy issues and conditions to enable persons with Down syndrome to become productive and important members of their community