Why we Wouldn’t Change a Thing this Down’s Syndrome Awareness Month
Today (1 October) marks the start of Down’s Syndrome Awareness Month, and charity Wouldn’t Change a Thing are going creative to highlight the condition.
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Concerns that Scottish introduction of Down’s syndrome screening test will see rise in abortions
There are concerns that the number of babies with Down’s syndrome aborted in Scotland will rise following a decision announced by the government.
Down’s Syndrome Association launch Emotional Wellbeing resources for people with Down’s syndrome, parents, and carers
The Down’s Syndrome Association have released free emotional wellbeing resources to support people with Down’s syndrome, parents, and carers.
Down’s Syndrome Association’s winning pictures from International Photography Competition announced
The winners of the Down’s Syndrome Association’s international photographic competition have been announced, and they hail from Ireland, Canada and the USA.
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.
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…