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What is Down Syndrome?
Down syndrome is a condition that happens when a baby is born with an extra chromosome 21. This extra chromosome affects how the child grows and learns.
People with Down syndrome may learn more slowly, look a little different, or need extra help in school or work. However, people with Down syndrome have talents, feelings, dreams, and the ability to succeed just like everyone else!
Why Do We Celebrate on March 21?
March 21 (3/21) represents the extra copy of chromosome 21 that causes Down syndrome. It’s a day to spread love, awareness, and support for people with Down syndrome. We celebrate their achievements and rights and promote inclusion in schools, jobs, and communities.
2025 Theme: “With Us, Not For Us”
This means people with Down syndrome should be treated as equals, not just helped from the outside.
They can learn, work, and make decisions for themselves, they just need the same chances as everyone else.
Important Facts About Down Syndrome
- It’s not a disease . You can’t “catch” Down syndrome, it’s something a person is born wit
- People with Down syndrome can learn with the right support, they go to school, work and live fulfilling lives
- They have feelings like everyone else. They feel happy, sad, excited and everything in between!
- Health care helps, many people with Down syndrome live long and healthy lives with good medical care.
How Can You Help?
- Be a Friend. Include people with Down syndrome in school, work and play.
- Speak Up. If you hear someone say something unkind or untrue about Down syndrome, correct them.
- Support Equal Rights. Help make sure people with Down syndrome have the same opportunities as everyone else.
- Celebrate Their Abilities. Every person with Down syndrome has unique talents. Let’s encourage them!
Together, We Can Make the World More Inclusive! Let’s build a world where everyone is accepted, valued, and given a chance to succeed.
#WorldDownSyndromeDay #WithUsNotForUs #InclusionMatters
Contents by: Benson Nedura
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