WDSD 2024 “Health Equity for All” – Russia
“Proper nutrition is important for the health of all people! Healthy food can be not only healthy, but also very tasty! At the food workshop, we learn not only to … Read more
All people with Down syndrome must have opportunities to live fulfilling lives, included on a full and equal basis with others, in all aspects of society. The 2030 UN Agenda for Sustainable Development, a global plan of action for people, planet and prosperity, pledges that “no one will be left behind”.
The reality today is that prevailing negative attitudes, low expectations, discrimination and exclusion, ensure that people with Down syndrome are left behind. There is a lack of understanding of the challenges individuals face across their lifetimes and a failure to support them with the opportunities and tools needed to live fulfilling lives. People with Down syndrome and those who support and work with them must be empowered to advocate for these opportunities. They can then reach out to key stakeholders to ensure they understand how to provide these opportunities and in turn disseminate this message to bring about real change.
On World Down Syndrome Day, Thursday 21 March 2019, we call upon every person with Down syndrome to tell the world to “leave no one behind!”.
For World Down Syndrome Day 2019, EDSA has asked their members to show people with Down syndrome taking part in activities whether in schools, workplaces, in social, political and public life, culture, media, leisure and sport.
Starting on 1 March, we will be showing 21 examples from across Europe to make it clear that no one must be excluded.
“Proper nutrition is important for the health of all people! Healthy food can be not only healthy, but also very tasty! At the food workshop, we learn not only to … Read more
Jan has been fighting with a drug-resistant form of epilepsy for years. In the photo he is posing at one of the many check-ups at Motol University Hospital, Department of … Read more
Bruno was lucky enough to get an appointment at the popular DS clinic at the Children‘s Hospital in Nuremberg (Germany). The clinic is run by a team of doctors and … Read more
Miro Ramishvili, Tbilisi, GeorgiaMiro is quite alert. He is aware of the need and necessity of seeing a physician for an examination. The doctor discusses several topics with him, such … Read more
Dora had her teeth checked, she has no cavities, and she is happy that her teeth are beautiful. Dora invites you to go to the dentist if you want to … Read more
Irina learns how to cope with celiac disease. As the supply of gluten-free sweets in pastry or cake shops or restaurants is limited and expensive, she discovered her talent for … Read more
Semyon underwent a general examination before preparing for school. Blood pressure, temperature and oxygen levels were measured by the pediatrician.The photo shows his visit to the ophthalmologist. The boy is wearing … Read more
Hi, I am Jakob I am receiving the top medical care in Geneva by cardiologist and teams are dedicated to me as an individual and to my thriving in life. … Read more
In December 2011, the United Nations General Assembly declared 21 March World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). On this day, people with Down syndrome and those who live and work with … Read more
Hello, My name is Vincent Cuel, I am vice-secretary of the France Down Syndrom federation. I am present at the boards of the association, I take part in discussions and … Read more