Self/Community Advocate and speaker

Eleanor does presentations at schools, universities, and many other large conferences nationwide speaking about her experiences as a young woman with Down Syndrome and what it means to live a fully included life. Please contact us if you would like schedule to have Eleanor present or do a keynote for your organization. Fees are negotiable.

Eleanor Bailey is a graduate of Grant High School. Eleanor is currently a part-time staff member at the Northwest Down Syndrome Association. She is a member of Kids As Self Advocates, sponsored by Family Voices, and has spoken out on behalf of individuals with disabilities on many occasions. Eleanor was a keynote speaker at a NDSC conference in 2009, Keynote at the Portland SW Washington Buddy Walk,spoke at the OHSU Center for Health & Healing and in the Capitol Building in Olympia, Washington.

Eleanor now has a paid job at New Seasons and is a valuable part of the team. Eleanor is thrilled to have a real job and earning her own money.

Eleanor is an active self-advocate who likes to play basketball, swim, hang out with friends, read Helen Keller, travel, study sign language, and sing in a choir.

What Eleanor does for NWDSA

“All Born In” photo gallery exhibit at OHSU
“All Born In” presenter for sessions
Buddy Walk keynote speaker
Open Arms playgroup volunteer
Phone support for parents
Works at drop in sessions at NWDSA resourcefulness center
Speaks at schools for a stipend
Member of NWDSA Youth Board

“Eleanor Helps Herself” – An article Eleanor Bailey wrote at 11 years old.

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