World Down Syndrome Day

Down Syndrome Indiana is honored to participate in World Down Syndrome day (WDSD), A global Awareness day which has been officially observed by the united states Since 2012. Originated by Down syndrome International (DS), Organization from all over the world host activities and events to help raise awareness of what Down Syndrome is, what it means to have down syndrome, and how people with down syndrome play a vital role in our lives and communities.


This year, Down Syndrome Indiana is excited to take part in the National Down Syndrome Congress 3.2.1 Dance campaign to celebrate the talents of individuals with Down syndrome, empower Self advocates to highlight their capabilities, and to HAVE FUN!


Today, DSI Coordinates the World Down Syndrome Day website ( As a Single global meeting place to share WDSD World Events). The WDSD Global Video Event "Let us in", 


For WDSD, DSI is focusing on
" Health and Wellbeing-Access and Equality for All"
We will be highlighting that:
1. having Down Syndrome does not make a person unhealthy
2 Down Syndrome is a genetic condition, not an illness
3 people with down syndrome may have health issues throughout their lives, just like everyone else and they should have access to healthcare on an equal basis with others.
4 their are specific known health issues which may affect people with down syndrome, for which accurate evidence based information is available.
5 Health professionals should be aware of these specific issues when treating a person with Down Syndrome
6 Health professionals should not discriminate against people with Down syndrome by:


. Refusing to treat them
. Blaming health issues on Down Syndrome is in general, or:
. Considering only specific known health issues which may affect people with Down Syndrome


Our WDSD Global Video Event and WDSD Conference will both explore this important area of focus. If you would like to join this campaign. then we very much welcome in adoption into your plans WDSD 2014.


Once again in 2014, we are inviting everyone across the world to wear LOTS OF SOCKS on March 21st to get people talking about WDSD.

You can also participate in our WDSD activities by nominating someone for the WDSD Awards, You can join us on our various WDSD Social Media Channels, and you can promote our WDSD Patrons Messages.


Whatever you plan to do, lets create global voice for advocating for the rights, inclusion and wellbeing of people with Down syndrome on March 21


Thanks for your time
Jessica Green