World Down Syndrome Day
What is World Down Syndrome Day?
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is a global awareness day that raises awareness and promotes belonging. World Down Syndrome Day occurs on the 21st day of March each year to represent the triplication of the 21st chromosome which is what causes Down syndrome. Each year, Designer Genes of ND helps to raise awareness and celebrate individuals with Down syndrome of all ages by organizing activities!
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ND Get Ready to Rock Your Socks!On World Down Syndrome Day, we help raise awareness by rocking a pair of fun or mismatched socks. This is an easy way to celebrate with your community. Whether it's at your school, work, preschool, childcare, church, family, pets, or favorite business - the possibilities are endless!
Why socks? Because under a microscope, a pair of chromosomes look like a pair of socks. Fun fact, people with Down syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome number 21, so they 47 chromosomes in their cells. Help share the love: Tag us on social media @DesignerGenesND and tag #NDRocksSocks Where: Bismarck : The Gifted Bean Coffee House Fargo: GiGi's Playhouse Fargo Minot: The Station Coffee Grand Forks: DHI Sweet Street Coloring ContestWe are all unique in our own way, much like our chromosomes.
Join Designer Genes of ND in a state wide coloring contest to spread awareness this World Down Syndrome Day. Invite your friends, family, coworkers, and community to join in. Return finished designs by March 24th for a chance to win a clothing item from Xtra Apparel. Two winners will be chosen on March 25th. Send all finished designs by March 24th: Email: [email protected] Mail: 1500 E Capitol Ave Ste 204, Bismarck, ND 58501 Word Puzzle |
Other Resources
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Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota has compiled a list of some of their favorite video resources.
What is Down syndrome? Watch this video from Dr. Skotko about Down Syndrome. Some of our favorite awareness videos: can be found here Additional resources: can be found here |
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World Down Syndrome Day website and associated activities are coordinated by Down Syndrome International in collaboration with the National Down Syndrome Society and the Down's Syndrome Association. |
