Friday, 3/21/08 is World Down Syndrome Awareness Day
Down Syndrome International (DSI) has officially marked 21 March as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). The date was chosen to signify the uniqueness of Down syndrome in the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome and is used synonymously with Down syndrome.
Singapore was selected to launch the inaugural WDSD in 2006. The event, held at the CHIJ Secondary School in Toa Payoh, in the heartlands of Singapore was very successful and well attended. Many other organizations worldwide joined in the celebrations with events and activities in their respective countries.
This year the theme for 21 March 2008 is "Aim High Enough", to continue creating awareness about Down syndrome and promote acceptance of diversity.
All DSI members and related organizations worldwide are encouraged to observe the WDSD together with the community in an appropriate manner.
PLEASE JOIN US AND WEAR OUR YELLOW AN BLUE!!!!!!!
Thursday, March 20, 2008
8:02 AM
Happy World Down Syndrome Day!!