“I want to see this world more inclusive, helpful and accessible for individuals with Down syndrome in 2022. I am a visual artist by profession. I am looking forward to painting more paintings and promoting my message of Social inclusion around the globe through my art.” The best way to promote awareness of Down…
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I am a happy and healthy 12 years old boy living with Down Syndrome. I love music and dance. I like to make people laugh. I am looking forward to being able to ride a bike next summer and learning to swim. I wish for a 2022 full of kindness and blessings. Be happy! The…
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“Best wishes of peace, happiness, wisdom, kindness and joyfulness.” The best way to promote awareness of Down syndrome is for people with Down syndrome to share their own stories in their own words. If you have a message that you would like to share with the world, please click here: What would you like to…
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Feel emotions, take a deep breath, live intensely and wear sunscreen! The best way to promote awareness of Down syndrome is for people with Down syndrome to share their own stories in their own words. If you have a message that you would like to share with the world, please click here: What would you…
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What are we hoping for in 2022? Integration of people with disabilities into the labour market Comprehensive health coverage A stable monthly salary Education and training opportunities The state’s interest in this category in the state budget The best way to promote awareness of Down syndrome is for people with Down syndrome to share their…
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Next year in 2022 we’re looking forward to getting back to all of those things we missed out on during lockdown, most notably, swimming and holidays abroad. Henrietta is an absolute water baby and loves creating a splash! We can’t wait to get her back in the swimming pool or on a beach and see…
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The Omorova family want Kyrgystan to introduce inclusive kindergartens and schools for the children. The best way to promote awareness of Down syndrome is for people with Down syndrome to share their own stories in their own words. If you have a message that you would like to share with the world, please click here:…
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Anita, is 29 years old. She is an ambitious model, dancer and artist. She had walked the ramps in Dubai, Pune & Mumbai. She was the first model with Down Syndrome to be featured in a Dubai based Magazine named ‘Friday Magazine’. Her ambition is to become a mainstream model in India. Anita wants to…
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Nolan Loughead started with a company called Tectonica Construction and Building Management early this year helping take down 3 old homes by hand. This was a pilot project to environmentally takedown by hand and reuse, re-purpose or donate the wood to Habitat for Humanity and other organizations. This project helped employ many young adults in…
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Kia ora. My name is Luka. I have been swimming as a Para swimmer for some time now in Christchurch which is in Canterbury, New Zealand. I have been swimming with my local swim club and have been taking part in local, regional and national swim competitions. This year I have represented my school, Papanui…
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