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Our History

It all began in 1988 with a group of passionate Kiwanians from the Kiwanis Club of Kuala Lumpur (KCKL) who shared a common dream—to create a place where children with Down syndrome could receive the care and education they need to thrive.
A year later, in 1989, that dream became a reality. With the guidance of Clinical Psychologist Robert Dellar, KCKL established the Kiwanis Down Syndrome Centre -a first-of-its-kind centre in Malaysia, dedicated entirely to young children with Down syndrome under the age of six. The first centre in Petaling Jaya opened its doors on 11 September 1989, operating from a rented bungalow, marking the start of a journey that would change countless lives.
To ensure long-term support for these children and their families, the Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation (KDSF) was officially formed in 1990. With a clear mission to provide Early Intervention Programmes (EIP), KDSF focused on equipping children with the skills they needed to transition into Special Education in government schools and lead more independent lives.
The impact of this initiative soon grew beyond Petaling Jaya. Seeing its success, other Kiwanis Clubs came forward to establish similar centres, leading to the expansion of KDSF across Malaysia. Today, there are four KDSF Centres—located in Petaling Jaya, Johor Bahru, Klang, and Melaka—all dedicated to providing specialized early intervention based on Robert Dellar’s Curriculum.
More than three decades later, KDSF remains true to its purpose. It is still the only organization in Malaysia that provides an Early Intervention Programme solely for young children with Down syndrome, and its mission continues—to nurture, empower, and give every child the opportunity to reach their fullest potential.

Our Mission

Our Mission

KDSF's mission is to help children with Down Syndrome reach their maximum potential through our early intervention programmes, while providing parents and caregivers with the support and resources they need to guide their children's growth and development.

Our Vision

Our Vision

KDSF’s vision is to ensure children with Down Syndrome receive the support and opportunities they need to reach their maximum potential in an inclusive society that recognizes and values their abilities and contributions.

KDSF Board of Directors

KDSF Centres

1989
1991
1994
1999
National Centre
Lot 13490 Jalan Jenjarum Off Jalan SS23/1, Taman SEA 47400 Petaling Jaya Selangor

Tel: 03-7803 0179
Email: info@kdsf.org.my
Contact person: Lee Sook Foong
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Johor Bahru Centre
19, Jalan Resak, Taman Majidee, 80250 Johor Bahru,
Johor Darul Ta'zim

Tel: 07-333 9336
Email: kdsfjb@gmail.com
Contact person: Haniza Isa
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Klang Centre
28, Jalan Kampar,
Kawasan 15,
41300 Klang, Selangor

Tel: 03-3358 3900
Email: kdsf.klang@gmail.com
Contact person: Ardinsoon Yusof
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Melaka Centre
JKR 654,
Bukit Peringgit
74500 Melaka

Tel: 06-282 4742
Email: thexeira@yahoo.com
Chairperson: Theresa Thexeira
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1989
National Centre
Lot 13490 Jalan Jenjarum Off Jalan SS23/1, Taman SEA 47400 Petaling Jaya Selangor

Tel: 03-7803 0179
Email: info@kdsf.org.my
Contact person: Lee Sook Foong
View centre
1989
1991
Johor Bahru Centre
19, Jalan Resak, Taman Majidee, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim

Tel: 07-333 9336
Email: kdsfjb@gmail.com
Contact person: Haniza Isa
View centre
1991
1994
Klang Centre
28, Jalan Kampar, Kawasan 15, 41300 Klang, Selangor

Tel: 03-3358 3900
Email: kdsf.klang@gmail.com
Contact person: Ardinsoon Yusof
View centre
1994
1999
Melaka Centre
JKR 654, Bukit Peringgit
74500 Melaka

Tel: 06-282 4742
Email: thexeira@yahoo.com
Chairperson: Theresa Thexeira
View centre
1999