Enable Asks… Jamie Brewer
Actor Jamie Brewer has made big steps in breaking down barriers and tackling discrimination. Based in the USA, Jamie shares her experience of lockdown.
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The power of art and #LotsOfSocks on World Down Syndrome Day
At 21-years-old, Indian artist and illustrator Jijo Das is winning the praise of people around the world with his art. This year, Jijo’s design has been chosen for World Down Syndrome Day’s #LotsOfSocks campaign, he tells us how we can all learn from each other.
INTERVIEW: Jamie Brewer, breaking down barriers
Actress and model Jamie Brewer is advocating for change, helping to fight negative perceptions around disability. Speaking to Lorne Gillies, Jamie reveals why disability shouldn’t hold you back.
Just dance with DanceSyndrome
Jen Blackwell always dreamed of being a dancer and dance leader. However, she was unable to find dance training suitable for people with learning disabilities. So, Jen, who has Down’s syndrome, decided to do something about it.
Celebrating success with Sarah Gordy this World Down Syndrome Day
To celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March, we caught up with actress Sarah Gordy, who last year became the first person with Down’s syndrome to be awarded an MBE.
Dancer with Down’s syndrome wows public on BBC One show
The Greatest Dancer contestant is inspiring people throughout the UK with his self-taught dance skills.
Sarah Gordy becomes first person with Down’s syndrome to be awarded honorary degree
Actress, Sarah Gordy, has been awarded an honorary degree from the University of Nottingham – the first person with Down’s syndrome to be given the…
The World Down Syndrome Congress is coming to Glasgow
For the first time in 32-years, the World Down Syndrome Congress (WDSC) is returning to the UK, and it is set to make its mark…
Carpool Karaoke for World Down Syndrome Day
Across the pond comedian and presenter James Corden has found fame with his Carpool Karaoke skit on his show, The Late Late Show with James…
Gerber appoints first spokesbaby with Down’s Syndrome
Every year Gerber announce a new “spokesbaby” who will be featured on all its marketing products and in 2018, the baby magnates chose a picture…
The Down’s Syndrome Association campaigns for better inclusion
#MyFriendsMyCommunity When children and adults with Down’s syndrome are given opportunities to participate, the whole community benefits. During Awareness Week (March 20-26 2016), the Down’s…
“Life is what you make it”
Katie Smith, Special Olympics silver medallist, tells her story with support from her mum. Katie Smith eases her kayak to the start line. Ahead of…