Catherine McDonnell-Forney
Program and Communication Manager
Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota
Catherine McDonnell-Forney has worked for the Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota (DSAM) since 2005. Her work includes managing the DSAM website, social media platforms, electronic communications, print communications and promotional materials. Additionally she manages some of the teen and adult programming, which includes the annual Youth & Adult Conference.
Prior to her current job at the Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota, she taught visual arts at a day program for adults with disabilities. She holds a Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from the University of Minnesota. Her older brother, David, has Down syndrome.