World Down Syndrome Day
GSDSS had an amazing time watching the new movie Champions to celebrate WDSD.
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is a global awareness day, meant to encourage people all over the world to help raise awareness of what Down syndrome is, what it means to have Down syndrome, and how people with Down syndrome play a vital role in our lives and communities. You might be asking, “Why March 21st?”
The date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month, was selected to represent three copies of the 21st chromosome, leading to a Trisomy 21 diagnosis- more commonly known as, Down syndrome.
Random Acts of Kindness help support World Down Syndrome Day.
Grand Strand Down Syndrome Society celebrates World Down Syndrome Day the whole week of March 21st! We strive to fill the week with fun activities for our families and the whole community. This year we would like to thank the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel for lighting up the SkyWheel blue and yellow and March 21st. We would like to thank Crazy Mason for creating the Down Right Perfect special and donating $450 to our organization. We would also like to thank The Track for offering free rides to our loved ones who have Down Syndrome.
Check out this short film which answers the question what is World Down Syndrome Day and lets you know how you can take part on March 21st each year! #WorldDownSyndromeDay
Rock Your Crazy Socks!
Some people like to show their support for World Down Syndrome Day by rockin’ some crazy socks (because socks sort of resemble chromosomes, don’t they)? Wearin g and showing off your fun socks gives you opportunities to start conversations, raise awareness and support our mission:
To make life better for people in our community who have Down syndrome and their families and caregivers, to offer support and information to families and professionals, and promote a positive image of Down syndrome in our area.
On March 21, take pictures of your friends and family wearing their crazy socks. Then share those pictures on social media #WorldDownSyndromeDay. Use this special day to be part of facilitating inclusion and raising awareness (regardless of your socks).
If you are looking for a place to pick up your own crazy socks, visit our friend, John!
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Grand Strand Down Syndrome Society PO Box 30398
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Email: grandstrandds21@yahoo.com