What is happening where you are.
All around the world, Down syndrome organisations are preparing to take action on 21 March.
The map below shows the 150+ organisations in 113 countries that make up the Down Syndrome International network.
Click on the map to connect with the Down syndrome community in your part of the world and learn how you can support local activities:
The United Nations celebrates World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day has been an official part of the United Nations calendar since 2012.
Each year, Down Syndrome International hosts the World Down Syndrome Day Conference at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
This event brings together self-advocates and other experts with governments, UN officials and NGO representatives to talk about important human rights issues for people with Down syndrome and disabilities around the world.
People with Down syndrome and their families come from around the world to speak up.
You are very welcome to join us in New York or watch the action on UN Web TV.
Light up a landmark for World Down Syndrome Day
On World Down Syndrome Day, landmarks across the globe are lit in a dazzling display of blue and yellow lights, a symbol of solidarity for the Down syndrome community.
From the iconic Empire State Building in New York City to the soaring Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Bridges, city halls, schools and universities, sports stadiums, and countless other landmarks are joining in the tribute. Click here to view our photo gallery.
We would love to see your landmark lit up for World Down Syndrome Day.
Organise an event for World Down Syndrome Day
When the global Down syndrome community speaks up together, we are much louder!
Take action on 21 March and make your voice count!
Make your voice count!
Our resource hub is packed full of ideas and resources to help you make a difference on World Down Syndrome Day:
Resource hubOrganise a Lots Of Socks day at your setting
We have posters and activities to keep everyone entertained.
Organise a fundraiser
Raise funds to help us make the world better for people with Down syndrome.
Raise awareness
Our ‘What to say’ guide explains the important messages that we need to share and the language to use in your messages.
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