“My friends, my community” – Iceland
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: My name is Finnbogi Örn and I am a 14 year old boy. I attend a secondary school in the capital of Iceland, Reykjavík. Finnbogi Örn: I am very happy in school, where I learn a lot. My favorite subjects are science, Icelandic and home economics. My classmates are fantastic. […]
“My friends, my community” – Austria
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Helena and Alina – two lively girls! Helena is 12 years old and knows Alina (5 years old) since birth. They are good friends and share their passion for singing and dancing. Together they have already experienced many excursions, celebrations and holidays. Most important for them during their holidays are the dancing […]
“My friends, my community” – Slovenia
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Tomaž and the Sport Alpine Club Krško – everyone benefits Tomaž: I am participating in the sport alpine club to get physical exercise and take care of my health. The club is operated by the instructors of the Alpine association Krško. I am happy when I climb on the climbing wall or on a rock. I […]
“My friends, my community” – Turkey
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Selçuk, Robert Cem and Alper They have been friends since many years. They spend time together going to movies and talking. Selçuk on Robert: Going out with him is so much fun. He has a great sense of humour. Alper on Robert: Robert is a great guy, I love him […]
“My friends, my community” – Ukraine
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Competitors and friends Denis has been taking karate lessons for three years. Matvey became his friend and sparring partner. Their coach believes both boys will grow up true sportsmen. Coach: “The boys often help each other. Matvey is one of the best students in this group and is always ready […]
“My friends, my community” – France (2)
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Salomé, Michel and Myriam, colleagues at McDonald’s Since I left to work in a sheltered place (ESAT), which was possible with the help of the association AIRES, I have a position as a polyvalent worker at the McDonald’s restaurant (Boulogne, 92100). Michel and Myriam, two colleagues, help me sometimes when […]
“My friends, my community” – Germany
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Square Dance – my passion Andrea is a member of the Square Dance Club in her home town for 14 years. Every Tuesday night she makes her way to her weekly highlight, dressed in her petticoat. Over the years she has danced at least 2500 km! A joyous, healthy and […]
“My friends, my community” – Portugal
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Inês Vigário and her colleagues These group are Inês colleagues at the service where she is working in Schindler. All of them have a great relationship with Inês and they are still getting know each other, since April 2015, because, according with them, it’s a new experience for themselves and all […]
“My friends, my community” – Poland
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: The story of Jarek with Down’s syndrome and his best friend Michał. Today, they both are 12 and however they live their own lives, they still like to spend the time together. They met in the first grade in a basic school with integration classes. For three years they were inseparable. […]
“My friends, my community” – Luxemburg
21.03.2016 – World Down-Syndrome Day: Luc plays in the local brass band in Consdorf Lucs story: Very young, I attended a Music school and developed my enthusiasm for percussion. Today I am an activ member in our local brass band. On the photo you see me during a concert with my friend Tim who supports me. What else? […]
