World Down Syndrome Day
Speak up with us on 21 March each year!
What is World Down Syndrome Day?
World Down Syndrome Day is on 21 March every year.
It is a special day to help people know more about Down syndrome.
It's official!
On 19 December 2011, the United Nations decided that 21 March would be World Down Syndrome Day.
The United Nations asked countries, groups, and people to join in.
The goal is to help people understand and support those with Down syndrome better.
What we do.
On World Down Syndrome Day, we run a big campaign.
Network members work together to share a strong message about Down syndrome.
We help people with Down syndrome and those who care for them to speak up in their own ways.
Together, we make one strong voice.
Our message for 2025.
We are calling on Governments to improve our support systems.
People with Down syndrome need support to live and be included in the community, like everyone else.
We have the right to support that meets our needs and gives us choice, control and dignity.
World Down Syndrome Day Conference.
Each year we host a conference at the United Nations.
Self-advocates and experts speak up about the theme.
We ask leaders to make changes so people with Down syndrome and other disabilities are included.
World Down Syndrome Day website.
World Down Syndrome Day has a website where you can learn how to get involved.
Support our work.
Buy socks and t-shirts from our online store to support our World Down Syndrome Day activities and make a difference for people with Down syndrome around the world.
Discover the other key events in our calendar:
World Down Syndrome Congress.
The World Down Syndrome Congress is chance for people with Down syndrome, their families, and experts to get together.
Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This is a time to raise awareness and celebrate people with Down syndrome.
Conference of States Parties.
The Conference of States Parties is a meeting where different groups come together to talk about how to respect and protect the rights of people with disabilities.