World Down Syndrome Day updates

Looking forward to 21 March

Check out our new WDSD website and WDSD shop as we look forward to global activities on World Down Syndrome Day.Read more

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Self-advocacy group meets in Lagos

Read about the second meeting of the new self-advocacy group that has been established in Lagos, Nigeria.
WDSD awards

Nominations are now open for the 2019 WDSD awards! Do you know someone you think deserves an award?
WDSD call to action

On WDSD 2019 we want people with Down syndrome and those who support them to tell the world "Leave no one behind"!
Nepal early development training

Read about our project training parents of children with Down syndrome in Nepal on early development

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Asia Pacific
Europe
World Down Syndrome Congress

The global meeting point for everyone with an interest in Down syndrome, coming to Dubai in 2020 and Brisbane in 2022.
Middle East
Africa
World Down Syndrome Day

What is World Down Syndrome Day? Watch our video to find out. Then make sure to let everyone know!
Use of terminology

What to say and what not to say about Down syndrome.
Myths and facts

Being clear on myths associated with Down syndrome and compare them to the facts.
South and Central America
Board of trustees

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WDSD shop open

Our 2019 World Down Syndrome Day shop is now open. Pre-order your socks and t-shirts today. Read more

In numbers

A selection of statistics which give a flavour for our impact supporting people with Down syndrome worldwide. Read more