EUROPEAN DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION

WDSD

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World Down Syndrome Day promotes full and equal inclusion for people with Down syndrome in all aspects of society. The UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development states that “no one will be left behind.” However, negative attitudes, low expectations, and discrimination continue to exclude people with Down syndrome. Greater awareness and support are needed to ensure they have the opportunities to live fulfilling lives. For 2019, EDSA called on its members to showcase examples of people with Down syndrome participating in activities across various areas, demonstrating that no one should be excluded.

Hello! My name is Beatrice and I‘m six years old. Guess what? Three years ago, I had a special adventure with my heart! You see, my heart wanted to dance...

Many children, and even more adults with Down syndrome, benefit from wearing appropriate, medical-grade insoles. David is very happy with his new soles. His shoes and soles no longer wear...

Alessio Manfredi Selvaggi, from Campobasso. During the pandemic, as at all times in his life and like all people with Down’s syndrome, he received his vaccines regularly, including the anti...

Léa likes her orthoptic appointments and there’s lots to see and watch. The stereoscopic googles makes everything look so realistic … so much so that Léa tries to touch the...

Lukas was diagnosed with leukaemia as a baby. He received good medical care at the clinic and survived the chemo well. Thanks to the good support of his doctors, he...

Healthcare for individuals with Down syndrome in Georgia is subpar. No state programs exist to include individuals with Down syndrome. The state does not fund the costly research conducted by...
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