Connecting Families
We celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) each year on March 21st. The date represents the unique triplication of the 21st chromosome that causes Down syndrome: 3-21.
We focus on raising awareness about Down syndrome — the most commonly occurring genetic disorder — to counter stereotypes and celebrate the gifts Down syndrome can bring to those who embrace it.
There are many ways to support our efforts, from inclusion projects to fundraisers:
Use Our WDSD Toolkit to Celebrate Where You Live
Encourage students at school, co-workers at your place of employment, or community members in your town to do an activity to celebrate WDSD! Our WDSD Toolkit is filled with activity and celebration ideas, coloring pages, and book and video recommendations.
Take pictures of your celebrations, artwork, bulletin boards, and socks and email them to us at socialmedia@mydsact.org so we can share your effort near and far.
Raise a Cup to Raise Awareness
We are partner with local coffee shops to raise awareness about DS ACT and Down syndrome. Visit BeanZ & Co. in Avon, CT between March 16th and March 23rd to help us raise awareness.
Make a Donation
Support our mission of encouraging intentionally inclusive communities in Connecticut while providing support and resources to individuals who live with Down syndrome and their advocates. You are an important part of changing our world.
Join us March 24, 2024 from 2 to 4 PM for our World Down Syndrome Day Event at the New Canaan YMCA
This free community event has something for all ages. Zumba, Martial Arts, Basketball, Floor Hockey, Ballet, Crafts, Singing and Signing, Free Playrooms, and more!
DS ACT Book Donation Project
Every year the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut helps share accurate information about Down syndrome through our book donation program. DS ACT members nominate schools and local libraries, and books are delivered in time for students to read on World Down Syndrome Day.
Spread the Words that Matter Most
Inclusion, Kindness, Love, and Empowerment are what we want to see in our world. Show your commitment with a DS ACT t-shirt or hoodie https://www.bonfire.com/down-syndrome-awareness-ds-act-1/
or our Empowerment design https://www.bonfire.com/world-down-syndrome-day-2023-1/
