World Down Syndrome Day 2023
The date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome.
Down's syndrome, also called Down syndrome, is a genetic condition that usually causes some level of learning disability. Down's syndrome is caused by an extra chromosome in your cells. In the majority of cases it can't be inherited, and occurs by chance at the time of conception. A person with Down’s syndrome will have some degree of learning disability, but the level of ability will be different for each individual.
A human rights-based approach to disability
World Down Syndrome Day 2023 theme is With Us Not For Us.
The message of With Us Not For Us is key to a human rights-based approach to disability. A human rights-based approach views people with disabilities as having the right to be treated fairly and have the same opportunities as everyone else, working With others to improve their lives.
Read more on WDSD and Down's Symdrome: Home - World Down Syndrome Day and Down's Syndrome | Mencap
Local organisations
People with down syndrome and their families may find these local organisations of benefit:
Ella Together - Ella Together | Inclusive Performance Group
Halton Carers Centre- Halton Carers' Centre -Halton Carers’ Centre offer services including information & advice for local carers
Halton Disability Partnership - Home - Halton Disability Partnership (haltondp.co.uk)
Halton SEND Partnership - Halton SEND Partnership | Special Educational Needs & Disability Information Advice and Support (sendiasshalton.co.uk)
Halton Speak Out, A self advocacy group for people with learning difficulties. Contact the Centre – Brookvale Community Centre.
Contact the Mencap National Helpline at: helpline@mencap.org.uk or call 0808 808 1111, from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday. Learning Disability Helpline | Mencap
