For World Down Syndrome Day 2022, we are asking:
What does inclusion mean?
#InclusionMeans
#WorldDownSyndromeDay
Together we can empower people around the world to advocate for full inclusion in society for people with Down syndrome and for everyone.
LEARN ABOUT INCLUSION MEANSLooking ahead to WDSD 2023…
With Us Not For Us
For World Down Syndrome Day 2023, our global network of people with Down syndrome calls for a commitment to ‘With Us Not For Us‘.
FIND OUT MOREWhat is Down syndrome?
Down syndrome (or Trisomy 21) is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always been a part of the human condition.
The best people to answer many questions about Down syndrome are people with Down syndrome, so over to them…
WHAT IS DOWN SYNDROME?Get involved!
Every year we encourage people with Down syndrome, families, advocates, professionals and organisations to observe WDSD with your own activities.
Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Your story
Your voice counts!
We want to hear what you have to say and share your words with the world.
Syed from Pakistan
Hello! My name is Syed. I am 16 years old. I live in Sanghar Sindh, Pakistan. The best way to promote awareness of Down syndrome is for people with Down[…]
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Pyaar Baanto
The Karachi Down Syndrome Program (KDSP) is a non-profit organisation that advocates the value, acceptance, and inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome in our society. This Down Syndrome Awareness Month,[…]
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Joe from Australia
Hi, my name is Joe Maloney. Someone wonderful helped me put together the story of my life. I hope you enjoy it!! And remember the most important thing in life,[…]
Read more#LotsOfSocks
Put some colour on your feet!
Get noticed and start a conversation about #WorldDownSyndromeDay.
You can get involved or buy your socks at our #LotsOfSocks website.
Become a World Down Syndrome Advocate!
Join Down Syndrome International (DSi) in our campaign to create a single global voice advocating for the rights, inclusion and well being of people with Down syndrome.
Each year the voices of people with Down syndrome, and those who live and work with them, grows louder.
