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Exmouth Does World Down Syndrome Day

On Saturday 21st March Down Syndrome International & Down's Syndrome Association will be hosting a family party and everyone is welcome.
Have your say at United Nations, Geneva

For 2020 the theme is “We Decide”. If you have Down syndrome, perhaps you would like to present at the 2020 event.
Lights, Camera, Action!!

This World Down Syndrome Day why not make a video to share with the world.
Global Support campaign 2020

We need your support so we can continue to work with national organisations who need our help. Donate or fundraise here.

UAE self-advocacy

We are supporting Emirates Down Syndrome Association to start and run a self-advocacy group for people with Down syndrome.
Education guidelines

We are developing guidelines on education for people with Down syndrome of all ages to promote life-long learning.
Bangladesh self-advocacy

We are supporting people with Down syndrome in Bangladesh to start and run a self-advocacy group.
Rwanda organisation support

We supported the establishment of Rwanda Down Syndrome Organisation (RDSO) and we are now helping them to develop their activities and grow as an organisation.
Cardiac guidelines

We are developing international guidelines for cardiac (heart) disorders common in people with Down syndrome.

Harley bags dream job after speaking at WDSD Geneva

Harley Jolley, from Cornwall, England, is proving just how valuable people with Down syndrome can be in a workforce. Read more

World Down Syndrome Congress 2020 - Submit an abstract by 15 March

We are now welcoming abstract submissions for the WDSC 2020 Read more

Great progress for Bangladesh self-advocacy group

DSi return to Bangladesh to evaluate the project so far and to deliver training on potential advocacy activities Read more

Robert Martin receives knighthood for services to people with disabilities

Sir Robert joined us at the United Nations in Geneva 2019 for World Down Syndrome Day where he spoke about the rights of people with disabilities to work Read more